Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB11?
Ten Dead in Queens: Politicians Talk, Pedestrians Die
Queens CB11: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
Ten people killed. Twenty-two left with serious injuries. That is the cost of traffic violence in Queens CB11 since 2022. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care about hope or habit. They only climb.
Just last month, a 74-year-old man was killed crossing at Northern Boulevard and 217th Street. The driver, behind the wheel of a 2017 SUV, was unlicensed. The man died at the intersection. There is no comfort in the details. There is only the fact of his absence. NYC Open Data
On December 24th, a 56-year-old man was crushed and killed as a pedestrian on the Clearview Expressway. The crash was blamed on a driver following too closely, on a slippery road. The man did not make it home for Christmas. NYC Open Data
Who Pays the Price
Pedestrians and older adults bear the brunt. Of the ten killed, three were over 65. One was under 18. The streets do not forgive. SUVs and sedans do most of the damage—four deaths by cars, none by bikes. The numbers are not just numbers. They are mothers, fathers, children.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
State Senator John Liu has voted yes on bills to curb repeat speeders, requiring speed-limiting devices for those with a pattern of violations. He co-sponsored the bill, and he voted yes in committee. This is a step. But the deaths keep coming. Council Member Linda Lee, Assembly Member Ed Braunstein, and others have supported extending school speed zones. It is not enough.
“We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez as the city expanded car-free school streets. The city is moving, but not fast enough. The blood dries before the paint does.
What You Can Do
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real enforcement against repeat speeders. Join Families for Safe Streets and Transportation Alternatives. Stand with the families who have lost. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB11 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB11?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB11?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819696 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-08-29
- Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-01
- Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street, New York Post, Published 2025-08-01
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway, ABC7, Published 2025-07-31
- Everyone Wants to Fix 14th Street, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-29
- Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-18
Other Representatives
District 26
213-33 39th Ave., Suite 238, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 422, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 23
73-03 Bell Boulevard, Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
718-468-0137
250 Broadway, Suite 1868, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 16
38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB11 Queens Community Board 11 sits in Queens, Precinct 111, District 23, AD 26, SD 16.
It contains Auburndale, Bayside, Douglaston-Little Neck, Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills, Alley Pond Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 11
Sedan Strikes Elderly Cyclist on 209 Street▸A sedan hit a 75-year-old man on a bike in Queens. The car’s right front bumper slammed the bike’s front. The cyclist was ejected. He broke his hip. No helmet. No clear cause listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 209 Street near 39 Avenue struck a 75-year-old male bicyclist heading west. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the bike’s center front end. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocation. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The sedan’s bumper was damaged. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed. No pedestrian or cyclist errors are cited in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A sedan turning right on 43 Road in Queens struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his lower arm. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 43 Road in Queens was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls in intersections, directly causing harm to vulnerable pedestrians.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep on Long Island Expressway▸A 76-year-old male driver fell asleep behind the wheel on the Long Island Expressway, causing a front-end collision. The SUV sustained center front end damage. The driver was injured and experienced shock, with airbags deployed and lap belt used.
According to the police report, a 76-year-old male driver operating a 2013 SUV on the Long Island Expressway fell asleep while driving westbound. The report states the contributing factor as 'Fell Asleep,' leading to a collision impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The driver was injured, suffered shock, and was restrained by a lap belt with airbags deployed. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead prior to the crash. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The incident highlights driver fatigue as a critical factor in this collision.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 65-year-old woman suffered head injuries after an SUV driver distracted by inattention struck her at a marked crosswalk on 41 Avenue. The impact left her in shock, complaining of pain and nausea, highlighting the deadly cost of driver distraction.
According to the police report, at 17:38 in Queens on 41 Avenue near Kennedy Street, a 2016 Honda SUV traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, underscoring the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian's crossing at a marked crosswalk is noted, but no contributing factors related to her behavior are listed. The collision and resulting injuries illustrate the lethal consequences of driver distraction in urban intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A sedan hit a 60-year-old man crossing Northern Boulevard. The driver was distracted and under the influence. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries. Impact came at the front. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Northern Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 60-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 223 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage despite a center front impact. The driver was licensed and operating legally. This crash highlights the dangers of distracted and impaired driving at city intersections.
Two SUVs Strike Pedestrian on Parkway Roadway▸A 31-year-old man stood in the dark on Cross Island Parkway. Two SUVs hit him, one after another. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance. The night swallowed him whole.
A 31-year-old man was killed on Cross Island Parkway late at night after being struck by two SUVs in succession, according to the police report. The narrative states, 'A 31-year-old man stood in the roadway. Two SUVs struck him, one after the other. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance.' The crash occurred away from any intersection, with the pedestrian listed as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection' and engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The first SUV, a 2023 Nissan, was 'Changing Lanes' before its right front bumper struck the man. The second SUV, a 2018 Jaguar, was described as 'Parked' with impact to its center back end. The police report lists both driver contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The sequence and violence of the impacts underscore the vulnerability of people on foot in high-speed corridors.
Speeding Sedan Flips, Teen Ejected Dead▸A sedan sped down Cross Island Parkway. It flipped. Six inside. A 17-year-old boy in back, no belt, thrown out. His body broke. Sirens cut the dark. Unsafe speed killed him.
According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan sedan with six occupants crashed on Cross Island Parkway while heading south. The report states, 'A 2014 Nissan, six inside, hit speed and flipped.' The sedan overturned. A 17-year-old male passenger in the left rear seat, unbelted, was ejected and killed. The police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The narrative reads, 'A 17-year-old boy in the back, no belt, thrown clear. Whole body broken.' No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The crash left one dead, marking another life lost to speed.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 58 Avenue▸A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A sedan hit a 75-year-old man on a bike in Queens. The car’s right front bumper slammed the bike’s front. The cyclist was ejected. He broke his hip. No helmet. No clear cause listed.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 209 Street near 39 Avenue struck a 75-year-old male bicyclist heading west. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the bike’s center front end. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and dislocation. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. The sedan’s bumper was damaged. The crash left the cyclist injured and exposed. No pedestrian or cyclist errors are cited in the report.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A sedan turning right on 43 Road in Queens struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his lower arm. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 43 Road in Queens was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls in intersections, directly causing harm to vulnerable pedestrians.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep on Long Island Expressway▸A 76-year-old male driver fell asleep behind the wheel on the Long Island Expressway, causing a front-end collision. The SUV sustained center front end damage. The driver was injured and experienced shock, with airbags deployed and lap belt used.
According to the police report, a 76-year-old male driver operating a 2013 SUV on the Long Island Expressway fell asleep while driving westbound. The report states the contributing factor as 'Fell Asleep,' leading to a collision impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The driver was injured, suffered shock, and was restrained by a lap belt with airbags deployed. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead prior to the crash. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The incident highlights driver fatigue as a critical factor in this collision.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 65-year-old woman suffered head injuries after an SUV driver distracted by inattention struck her at a marked crosswalk on 41 Avenue. The impact left her in shock, complaining of pain and nausea, highlighting the deadly cost of driver distraction.
According to the police report, at 17:38 in Queens on 41 Avenue near Kennedy Street, a 2016 Honda SUV traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, underscoring the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian's crossing at a marked crosswalk is noted, but no contributing factors related to her behavior are listed. The collision and resulting injuries illustrate the lethal consequences of driver distraction in urban intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A sedan hit a 60-year-old man crossing Northern Boulevard. The driver was distracted and under the influence. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries. Impact came at the front. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Northern Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 60-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 223 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage despite a center front impact. The driver was licensed and operating legally. This crash highlights the dangers of distracted and impaired driving at city intersections.
Two SUVs Strike Pedestrian on Parkway Roadway▸A 31-year-old man stood in the dark on Cross Island Parkway. Two SUVs hit him, one after another. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance. The night swallowed him whole.
A 31-year-old man was killed on Cross Island Parkway late at night after being struck by two SUVs in succession, according to the police report. The narrative states, 'A 31-year-old man stood in the roadway. Two SUVs struck him, one after the other. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance.' The crash occurred away from any intersection, with the pedestrian listed as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection' and engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The first SUV, a 2023 Nissan, was 'Changing Lanes' before its right front bumper struck the man. The second SUV, a 2018 Jaguar, was described as 'Parked' with impact to its center back end. The police report lists both driver contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The sequence and violence of the impacts underscore the vulnerability of people on foot in high-speed corridors.
Speeding Sedan Flips, Teen Ejected Dead▸A sedan sped down Cross Island Parkway. It flipped. Six inside. A 17-year-old boy in back, no belt, thrown out. His body broke. Sirens cut the dark. Unsafe speed killed him.
According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan sedan with six occupants crashed on Cross Island Parkway while heading south. The report states, 'A 2014 Nissan, six inside, hit speed and flipped.' The sedan overturned. A 17-year-old male passenger in the left rear seat, unbelted, was ejected and killed. The police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The narrative reads, 'A 17-year-old boy in the back, no belt, thrown clear. Whole body broken.' No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The crash left one dead, marking another life lost to speed.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 58 Avenue▸A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A sedan turning right on 43 Road in Queens struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his lower arm. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 43 Road in Queens was making a right turn when it struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls in intersections, directly causing harm to vulnerable pedestrians.
SUV Driver Falls Asleep on Long Island Expressway▸A 76-year-old male driver fell asleep behind the wheel on the Long Island Expressway, causing a front-end collision. The SUV sustained center front end damage. The driver was injured and experienced shock, with airbags deployed and lap belt used.
According to the police report, a 76-year-old male driver operating a 2013 SUV on the Long Island Expressway fell asleep while driving westbound. The report states the contributing factor as 'Fell Asleep,' leading to a collision impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The driver was injured, suffered shock, and was restrained by a lap belt with airbags deployed. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead prior to the crash. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The incident highlights driver fatigue as a critical factor in this collision.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 65-year-old woman suffered head injuries after an SUV driver distracted by inattention struck her at a marked crosswalk on 41 Avenue. The impact left her in shock, complaining of pain and nausea, highlighting the deadly cost of driver distraction.
According to the police report, at 17:38 in Queens on 41 Avenue near Kennedy Street, a 2016 Honda SUV traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, underscoring the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian's crossing at a marked crosswalk is noted, but no contributing factors related to her behavior are listed. The collision and resulting injuries illustrate the lethal consequences of driver distraction in urban intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A sedan hit a 60-year-old man crossing Northern Boulevard. The driver was distracted and under the influence. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries. Impact came at the front. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Northern Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 60-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 223 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage despite a center front impact. The driver was licensed and operating legally. This crash highlights the dangers of distracted and impaired driving at city intersections.
Two SUVs Strike Pedestrian on Parkway Roadway▸A 31-year-old man stood in the dark on Cross Island Parkway. Two SUVs hit him, one after another. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance. The night swallowed him whole.
A 31-year-old man was killed on Cross Island Parkway late at night after being struck by two SUVs in succession, according to the police report. The narrative states, 'A 31-year-old man stood in the roadway. Two SUVs struck him, one after the other. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance.' The crash occurred away from any intersection, with the pedestrian listed as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection' and engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The first SUV, a 2023 Nissan, was 'Changing Lanes' before its right front bumper struck the man. The second SUV, a 2018 Jaguar, was described as 'Parked' with impact to its center back end. The police report lists both driver contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The sequence and violence of the impacts underscore the vulnerability of people on foot in high-speed corridors.
Speeding Sedan Flips, Teen Ejected Dead▸A sedan sped down Cross Island Parkway. It flipped. Six inside. A 17-year-old boy in back, no belt, thrown out. His body broke. Sirens cut the dark. Unsafe speed killed him.
According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan sedan with six occupants crashed on Cross Island Parkway while heading south. The report states, 'A 2014 Nissan, six inside, hit speed and flipped.' The sedan overturned. A 17-year-old male passenger in the left rear seat, unbelted, was ejected and killed. The police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The narrative reads, 'A 17-year-old boy in the back, no belt, thrown clear. Whole body broken.' No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The crash left one dead, marking another life lost to speed.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 58 Avenue▸A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A 76-year-old male driver fell asleep behind the wheel on the Long Island Expressway, causing a front-end collision. The SUV sustained center front end damage. The driver was injured and experienced shock, with airbags deployed and lap belt used.
According to the police report, a 76-year-old male driver operating a 2013 SUV on the Long Island Expressway fell asleep while driving westbound. The report states the contributing factor as 'Fell Asleep,' leading to a collision impacting the center front end of the vehicle. The driver was injured, suffered shock, and was restrained by a lap belt with airbags deployed. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead prior to the crash. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The incident highlights driver fatigue as a critical factor in this collision.
Driver Ignores Signal, Hits Boy in Crosswalk▸A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 65-year-old woman suffered head injuries after an SUV driver distracted by inattention struck her at a marked crosswalk on 41 Avenue. The impact left her in shock, complaining of pain and nausea, highlighting the deadly cost of driver distraction.
According to the police report, at 17:38 in Queens on 41 Avenue near Kennedy Street, a 2016 Honda SUV traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, underscoring the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian's crossing at a marked crosswalk is noted, but no contributing factors related to her behavior are listed. The collision and resulting injuries illustrate the lethal consequences of driver distraction in urban intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A sedan hit a 60-year-old man crossing Northern Boulevard. The driver was distracted and under the influence. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries. Impact came at the front. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Northern Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 60-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 223 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage despite a center front impact. The driver was licensed and operating legally. This crash highlights the dangers of distracted and impaired driving at city intersections.
Two SUVs Strike Pedestrian on Parkway Roadway▸A 31-year-old man stood in the dark on Cross Island Parkway. Two SUVs hit him, one after another. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance. The night swallowed him whole.
A 31-year-old man was killed on Cross Island Parkway late at night after being struck by two SUVs in succession, according to the police report. The narrative states, 'A 31-year-old man stood in the roadway. Two SUVs struck him, one after the other. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance.' The crash occurred away from any intersection, with the pedestrian listed as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection' and engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The first SUV, a 2023 Nissan, was 'Changing Lanes' before its right front bumper struck the man. The second SUV, a 2018 Jaguar, was described as 'Parked' with impact to its center back end. The police report lists both driver contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The sequence and violence of the impacts underscore the vulnerability of people on foot in high-speed corridors.
Speeding Sedan Flips, Teen Ejected Dead▸A sedan sped down Cross Island Parkway. It flipped. Six inside. A 17-year-old boy in back, no belt, thrown out. His body broke. Sirens cut the dark. Unsafe speed killed him.
According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan sedan with six occupants crashed on Cross Island Parkway while heading south. The report states, 'A 2014 Nissan, six inside, hit speed and flipped.' The sedan overturned. A 17-year-old male passenger in the left rear seat, unbelted, was ejected and killed. The police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The narrative reads, 'A 17-year-old boy in the back, no belt, thrown clear. Whole body broken.' No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The crash left one dead, marking another life lost to speed.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 58 Avenue▸A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A driver ran a signal on Francis Lewis Boulevard, striking a 13-year-old crossing with the light. The boy suffered bruises but stayed conscious. Impact hit his whole body. System failed to protect him.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old boy was crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 34 Avenue in Queens with the signal when a southbound vehicle struck him at 3:00 PM. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, showing the driver ignored traffic signals. The boy was hit by the vehicle's left front bumper and suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The vehicle was damaged at the center front end. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic control and fail to yield to people crossing legally.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 65-year-old woman suffered head injuries after an SUV driver distracted by inattention struck her at a marked crosswalk on 41 Avenue. The impact left her in shock, complaining of pain and nausea, highlighting the deadly cost of driver distraction.
According to the police report, at 17:38 in Queens on 41 Avenue near Kennedy Street, a 2016 Honda SUV traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, underscoring the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian's crossing at a marked crosswalk is noted, but no contributing factors related to her behavior are listed. The collision and resulting injuries illustrate the lethal consequences of driver distraction in urban intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A sedan hit a 60-year-old man crossing Northern Boulevard. The driver was distracted and under the influence. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries. Impact came at the front. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Northern Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 60-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 223 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage despite a center front impact. The driver was licensed and operating legally. This crash highlights the dangers of distracted and impaired driving at city intersections.
Two SUVs Strike Pedestrian on Parkway Roadway▸A 31-year-old man stood in the dark on Cross Island Parkway. Two SUVs hit him, one after another. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance. The night swallowed him whole.
A 31-year-old man was killed on Cross Island Parkway late at night after being struck by two SUVs in succession, according to the police report. The narrative states, 'A 31-year-old man stood in the roadway. Two SUVs struck him, one after the other. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance.' The crash occurred away from any intersection, with the pedestrian listed as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection' and engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The first SUV, a 2023 Nissan, was 'Changing Lanes' before its right front bumper struck the man. The second SUV, a 2018 Jaguar, was described as 'Parked' with impact to its center back end. The police report lists both driver contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The sequence and violence of the impacts underscore the vulnerability of people on foot in high-speed corridors.
Speeding Sedan Flips, Teen Ejected Dead▸A sedan sped down Cross Island Parkway. It flipped. Six inside. A 17-year-old boy in back, no belt, thrown out. His body broke. Sirens cut the dark. Unsafe speed killed him.
According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan sedan with six occupants crashed on Cross Island Parkway while heading south. The report states, 'A 2014 Nissan, six inside, hit speed and flipped.' The sedan overturned. A 17-year-old male passenger in the left rear seat, unbelted, was ejected and killed. The police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The narrative reads, 'A 17-year-old boy in the back, no belt, thrown clear. Whole body broken.' No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The crash left one dead, marking another life lost to speed.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 58 Avenue▸A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A 65-year-old woman suffered head injuries after an SUV driver distracted by inattention struck her at a marked crosswalk on 41 Avenue. The impact left her in shock, complaining of pain and nausea, highlighting the deadly cost of driver distraction.
According to the police report, at 17:38 in Queens on 41 Avenue near Kennedy Street, a 2016 Honda SUV traveling south was making a left turn when it struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, underscoring the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian's crossing at a marked crosswalk is noted, but no contributing factors related to her behavior are listed. The collision and resulting injuries illustrate the lethal consequences of driver distraction in urban intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A sedan hit a 60-year-old man crossing Northern Boulevard. The driver was distracted and under the influence. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries. Impact came at the front. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Northern Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 60-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 223 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage despite a center front impact. The driver was licensed and operating legally. This crash highlights the dangers of distracted and impaired driving at city intersections.
Two SUVs Strike Pedestrian on Parkway Roadway▸A 31-year-old man stood in the dark on Cross Island Parkway. Two SUVs hit him, one after another. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance. The night swallowed him whole.
A 31-year-old man was killed on Cross Island Parkway late at night after being struck by two SUVs in succession, according to the police report. The narrative states, 'A 31-year-old man stood in the roadway. Two SUVs struck him, one after the other. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance.' The crash occurred away from any intersection, with the pedestrian listed as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection' and engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The first SUV, a 2023 Nissan, was 'Changing Lanes' before its right front bumper struck the man. The second SUV, a 2018 Jaguar, was described as 'Parked' with impact to its center back end. The police report lists both driver contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The sequence and violence of the impacts underscore the vulnerability of people on foot in high-speed corridors.
Speeding Sedan Flips, Teen Ejected Dead▸A sedan sped down Cross Island Parkway. It flipped. Six inside. A 17-year-old boy in back, no belt, thrown out. His body broke. Sirens cut the dark. Unsafe speed killed him.
According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan sedan with six occupants crashed on Cross Island Parkway while heading south. The report states, 'A 2014 Nissan, six inside, hit speed and flipped.' The sedan overturned. A 17-year-old male passenger in the left rear seat, unbelted, was ejected and killed. The police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The narrative reads, 'A 17-year-old boy in the back, no belt, thrown clear. Whole body broken.' No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The crash left one dead, marking another life lost to speed.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 58 Avenue▸A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A sedan hit a 60-year-old man crossing Northern Boulevard. The driver was distracted and under the influence. The pedestrian suffered full-body injuries. Impact came at the front. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Northern Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 60-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 223 Street. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Alcohol Involvement' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage despite a center front impact. The driver was licensed and operating legally. This crash highlights the dangers of distracted and impaired driving at city intersections.
Two SUVs Strike Pedestrian on Parkway Roadway▸A 31-year-old man stood in the dark on Cross Island Parkway. Two SUVs hit him, one after another. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance. The night swallowed him whole.
A 31-year-old man was killed on Cross Island Parkway late at night after being struck by two SUVs in succession, according to the police report. The narrative states, 'A 31-year-old man stood in the roadway. Two SUVs struck him, one after the other. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance.' The crash occurred away from any intersection, with the pedestrian listed as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection' and engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The first SUV, a 2023 Nissan, was 'Changing Lanes' before its right front bumper struck the man. The second SUV, a 2018 Jaguar, was described as 'Parked' with impact to its center back end. The police report lists both driver contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The sequence and violence of the impacts underscore the vulnerability of people on foot in high-speed corridors.
Speeding Sedan Flips, Teen Ejected Dead▸A sedan sped down Cross Island Parkway. It flipped. Six inside. A 17-year-old boy in back, no belt, thrown out. His body broke. Sirens cut the dark. Unsafe speed killed him.
According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan sedan with six occupants crashed on Cross Island Parkway while heading south. The report states, 'A 2014 Nissan, six inside, hit speed and flipped.' The sedan overturned. A 17-year-old male passenger in the left rear seat, unbelted, was ejected and killed. The police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The narrative reads, 'A 17-year-old boy in the back, no belt, thrown clear. Whole body broken.' No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The crash left one dead, marking another life lost to speed.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 58 Avenue▸A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A 31-year-old man stood in the dark on Cross Island Parkway. Two SUVs hit him, one after another. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance. The night swallowed him whole.
A 31-year-old man was killed on Cross Island Parkway late at night after being struck by two SUVs in succession, according to the police report. The narrative states, 'A 31-year-old man stood in the roadway. Two SUVs struck him, one after the other. His body broke beneath the steel. No intersection. No chance.' The crash occurred away from any intersection, with the pedestrian listed as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection' and engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The first SUV, a 2023 Nissan, was 'Changing Lanes' before its right front bumper struck the man. The second SUV, a 2018 Jaguar, was described as 'Parked' with impact to its center back end. The police report lists both driver contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian's behavior. The sequence and violence of the impacts underscore the vulnerability of people on foot in high-speed corridors.
Speeding Sedan Flips, Teen Ejected Dead▸A sedan sped down Cross Island Parkway. It flipped. Six inside. A 17-year-old boy in back, no belt, thrown out. His body broke. Sirens cut the dark. Unsafe speed killed him.
According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan sedan with six occupants crashed on Cross Island Parkway while heading south. The report states, 'A 2014 Nissan, six inside, hit speed and flipped.' The sedan overturned. A 17-year-old male passenger in the left rear seat, unbelted, was ejected and killed. The police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The narrative reads, 'A 17-year-old boy in the back, no belt, thrown clear. Whole body broken.' No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The crash left one dead, marking another life lost to speed.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 58 Avenue▸A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A sedan sped down Cross Island Parkway. It flipped. Six inside. A 17-year-old boy in back, no belt, thrown out. His body broke. Sirens cut the dark. Unsafe speed killed him.
According to the police report, a 2014 Nissan sedan with six occupants crashed on Cross Island Parkway while heading south. The report states, 'A 2014 Nissan, six inside, hit speed and flipped.' The sedan overturned. A 17-year-old male passenger in the left rear seat, unbelted, was ejected and killed. The police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The narrative reads, 'A 17-year-old boy in the back, no belt, thrown clear. Whole body broken.' No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The crash left one dead, marking another life lost to speed.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 58 Avenue▸A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A 79-year-old woman driving an SUV rear-ended a sedan on 58 Avenue in Queens. Both the SUV driver and her 40-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 58 Avenue in Queens at 12:23. The SUV, driven by a 79-year-old woman, struck the sedan from behind. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. Her 40-year-old front passenger, also wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered similar neck injuries. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact point was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims’ behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
SUV Slams Stopped Motorcycle on Northern Boulevard▸SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
SUV crashed into a stopped motorcycle in Queens. Rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement. Driver failed to control vehicle. System failed her.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling west on Northern Boulevard struck the rear of a stopped 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The motorcycle carried two people. The left rear passenger, a 61-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and wore a helmet. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain control and hit the stopped motorcycle. The motorcycle was stationary in traffic. No other contributing factors were listed.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Springfield Blvd▸A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A 19-year-old man was struck while crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The sedan’s front center collided with the pedestrian, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The driver’s inattention was cited as the sole contributing factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing Springfield Boulevard outside a crosswalk when a 2023 Kia sedan traveling south struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Illegal Drugs Cited▸Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Two SUVs collided in Queens at 2:05 AM. The male driver suffered a head injury and was incoherent. Police report illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the front ends of both vehicles, highlighting driver impairment risks.
According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens involving two SUVs at 2:05 AM near 46-17 188 Street. The male driver of a 2017 Dodge SUV was injured, sustaining a head injury and was incoherent at the scene. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. The other vehicle, a 2014 Nissan SUV, was parked and struck on its left front bumper. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by impaired driving in Queens.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A sedan traveling south on 188 Street collided with a westbound bicyclist at Underhill Avenue. The 53-year-old female cyclist suffered neck injuries and shock. The sedan’s front center impacted the bike’s right side, causing internal injuries to the rider.
According to the police report, a 2019 Toyota sedan was traveling straight south on 188 Street when it struck a bicyclist traveling west on Underhill Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists no explicit contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, highlighting the dangers of vehicle and bike interactions at this intersection.
SUV Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver in Queens▸A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A 39-year-old male driver suffered head abrasions after an SUV collided with a sedan during an unsafe lane change on Northern Boulevard. The crash involved multiple vehicles and highlighted driver inattention and risky maneuvers on a busy Queens roadway.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The SUV, traveling west, collided with a sedan also traveling west that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front bumper. A parked bus was also involved, sustaining damage to its left rear bumper. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. This crash underscores the dangers of inattentive lane changes and driver distraction in multi-vehicle collisions.
4Alcohol-Fueled SUV Crash Injures Four in Queens▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard. Four people hurt. Neck injuries. Whiplash. Police cite alcohol as a key factor. Metal twisted. No one ejected. All conscious. Evening streets turned violent.
According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 20:43. Four occupants—two drivers and two front-seat passengers—suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and not ejected. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment. One SUV was slowing or stopping before impact; another was moving straight ahead. The main impact struck the center back end and rear bumpers. The police report highlights alcohol involvement as the critical driver error. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
- File Int 1069-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Paladino votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
SUV Slams Barrier on Horace Harding Expressway▸SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
SUV hit hard on Horace Harding. Driver alone, injured, incoherent. Police cite alcohol and speed. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. No one else hurt. Night swallowed the scene.
According to the police report, a 2020 Nissan SUV crashed westbound on Horace Harding Expressway at 21:09. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male driver, was injured and found incoherent. The report lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck an object or barrier with its right front bumper, causing moderate injury. Airbags deployed and the driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the risks when speed and impairment meet city streets.
Car Passes Too Close, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.
A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.
According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.