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?
▸ What is CrashCount?
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
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
SUV Slams Parked Car, Driver Killed▸A westbound SUV struck a parked Honda on Horace Harding Expressway near 174th Street. The impact was fatal. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, died at the scene. Inattention behind the wheel. Metal twisted. The car never moved again.
A westbound SUV crashed into a parked Honda on Horace Harding Expressway near 174th Street. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, died behind the wheel. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into a parked Honda. The driver, a 40-year-old woman without a seatbelt, died behind the wheel. Morning light on metal. Cause: inattention. The car never moved again.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The data shows the driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but this is noted only after the primary cause: inattention. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the car still and silent, a stark mark of systemic danger on city streets.
Pedestrian Injured Off-Roadway on Bell Boulevard▸A 49-year-old man was injured on Bell Boulevard in Queens. He was not in the roadway when struck. The impact caused knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The pedestrian was left in shock. No driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Bell Boulevard near 48 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash but sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was in shock following the incident. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition are provided. The report does not mention any safety equipment or pedestrian actions contributing to the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on 221 Street Queens▸Two sedans crashed at 221 Street in Queens. A 3-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and shock. The collision involved a left-turning driver and a straight-moving vehicle. Failure to yield right-of-way and driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 221 Street in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles. A 3-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The child was restrained in a child safety seat. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash caused damage to the front ends of both vehicles.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
SUV Slams Parked Car, Driver Killed▸A westbound SUV struck a parked Honda on Horace Harding Expressway near 174th Street. The impact was fatal. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, died at the scene. Inattention behind the wheel. Metal twisted. The car never moved again.
A westbound SUV crashed into a parked Honda on Horace Harding Expressway near 174th Street. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, died behind the wheel. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into a parked Honda. The driver, a 40-year-old woman without a seatbelt, died behind the wheel. Morning light on metal. Cause: inattention. The car never moved again.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The data shows the driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but this is noted only after the primary cause: inattention. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the car still and silent, a stark mark of systemic danger on city streets.
Pedestrian Injured Off-Roadway on Bell Boulevard▸A 49-year-old man was injured on Bell Boulevard in Queens. He was not in the roadway when struck. The impact caused knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The pedestrian was left in shock. No driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Bell Boulevard near 48 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash but sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was in shock following the incident. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition are provided. The report does not mention any safety equipment or pedestrian actions contributing to the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on 221 Street Queens▸Two sedans crashed at 221 Street in Queens. A 3-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and shock. The collision involved a left-turning driver and a straight-moving vehicle. Failure to yield right-of-way and driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 221 Street in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles. A 3-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The child was restrained in a child safety seat. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash caused damage to the front ends of both vehicles.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
SUV Slams Parked Car, Driver Killed▸A westbound SUV struck a parked Honda on Horace Harding Expressway near 174th Street. The impact was fatal. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, died at the scene. Inattention behind the wheel. Metal twisted. The car never moved again.
A westbound SUV crashed into a parked Honda on Horace Harding Expressway near 174th Street. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, died behind the wheel. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into a parked Honda. The driver, a 40-year-old woman without a seatbelt, died behind the wheel. Morning light on metal. Cause: inattention. The car never moved again.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The data shows the driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but this is noted only after the primary cause: inattention. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the car still and silent, a stark mark of systemic danger on city streets.
Pedestrian Injured Off-Roadway on Bell Boulevard▸A 49-year-old man was injured on Bell Boulevard in Queens. He was not in the roadway when struck. The impact caused knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The pedestrian was left in shock. No driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Bell Boulevard near 48 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash but sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was in shock following the incident. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition are provided. The report does not mention any safety equipment or pedestrian actions contributing to the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on 221 Street Queens▸Two sedans crashed at 221 Street in Queens. A 3-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and shock. The collision involved a left-turning driver and a straight-moving vehicle. Failure to yield right-of-way and driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 221 Street in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles. A 3-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The child was restrained in a child safety seat. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash caused damage to the front ends of both vehicles.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A westbound SUV struck a parked Honda on Horace Harding Expressway near 174th Street. The impact was fatal. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, died at the scene. Inattention behind the wheel. Metal twisted. The car never moved again.
A westbound SUV crashed into a parked Honda on Horace Harding Expressway near 174th Street. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, died behind the wheel. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into a parked Honda. The driver, a 40-year-old woman without a seatbelt, died behind the wheel. Morning light on metal. Cause: inattention. The car never moved again.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The data shows the driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but this is noted only after the primary cause: inattention. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the car still and silent, a stark mark of systemic danger on city streets.
Pedestrian Injured Off-Roadway on Bell Boulevard▸A 49-year-old man was injured on Bell Boulevard in Queens. He was not in the roadway when struck. The impact caused knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The pedestrian was left in shock. No driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Bell Boulevard near 48 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash but sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was in shock following the incident. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition are provided. The report does not mention any safety equipment or pedestrian actions contributing to the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on 221 Street Queens▸Two sedans crashed at 221 Street in Queens. A 3-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and shock. The collision involved a left-turning driver and a straight-moving vehicle. Failure to yield right-of-way and driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 221 Street in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles. A 3-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The child was restrained in a child safety seat. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash caused damage to the front ends of both vehicles.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
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Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A 49-year-old man was injured on Bell Boulevard in Queens. He was not in the roadway when struck. The impact caused knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The pedestrian was left in shock. No driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 49-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Bell Boulevard near 48 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash but sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was in shock following the incident. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle condition are provided. The report does not mention any safety equipment or pedestrian actions contributing to the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on 221 Street Queens▸Two sedans crashed at 221 Street in Queens. A 3-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and shock. The collision involved a left-turning driver and a straight-moving vehicle. Failure to yield right-of-way and driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 221 Street in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles. A 3-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The child was restrained in a child safety seat. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash caused damage to the front ends of both vehicles.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Two sedans crashed at 221 Street in Queens. A 3-year-old passenger suffered back injuries and shock. The collision involved a left-turning driver and a straight-moving vehicle. Failure to yield right-of-way and driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 221 Street in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles. A 3-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The child was restrained in a child safety seat. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash caused damage to the front ends of both vehicles.
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Liu votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
Chain Collision on Northern Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Three vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard. A sedan struck the back of a pick-up truck, which then hit another truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved following too closely.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Northern Boulevard involving a sedan and two pick-up trucks all traveling east. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old man, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, along with whiplash. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance. All drivers were licensed and slowing or stopping before impact. The sedan struck the center back end of the first pick-up truck, which then collided with the second truck. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected.
SUV Changes Lanes, Hits Sedan on Horace Harding▸A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A 46-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV struck a sedan’s right front bumper while changing lanes. Driver distraction was cited as a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old female driver in a 2018 Ford SUV was injured when her vehicle collided with a 2017 Nissan sedan on Horace Harding Expressway. The SUV was changing lanes eastbound when it impacted the sedan’s right front bumper. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.
Elderly Driver Dies After Falling Asleep in Queens▸An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
An 81-year-old man drove north on Douglaston Parkway. He fell asleep at the wheel. His sedan struck hard. The blow crushed his chest. He died alone in the dark. No other people were hurt. The road stayed silent.
An 81-year-old man was killed while driving a 2008 Acura sedan northbound on Douglaston Parkway near Rushmore Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep at the wheel' and 'lost consciousness.' The sedan struck with force, causing fatal chest injuries to the driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or road users were reported injured. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers when a driver loses control due to sleep or medical episodes. The victim died at the scene.
2SUV Crashes on Long Island Expressway, Two Injured▸A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A sport utility vehicle struck the right side doors on the Long Island Expressway. Two male passengers suffered injuries to neck and arm. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. Both passengers reported pain and shock after the crash.
According to the police report, a sport utility vehicle traveling west on the Long Island Expressway crashed, impacting the right front quarter panel and damaging the right side doors. The driver, a licensed male, fell asleep while driving, causing the collision. Two male occupants were injured: a 25-year-old in the middle rear seat with neck injuries and a 54-year-old front passenger with injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Both passengers experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The driver’s fatigue and falling asleep were cited as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected. The front passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the rear passenger had no safety equipment listed.
S 1078Liu votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-02-01
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
-
Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A 65-year-old woman crossing Northern Boulevard was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck a 65-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection near 215 Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious after the impact. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal. The vehicle's point of impact was the left front bumper, causing damage to the sedan's center front end.
Liu Supports Enhanced Subway Safety and Mental Health Services▸A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
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Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks,
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Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A woman died after being shoved onto Times Square subway tracks. The train struck her. Police arrested the suspect. Council Member Julie Won joined officials at the scene. Leaders promised action. The system failed a vulnerable New Yorker. Riders remain exposed.
On January 16, 2022, Council Member Julie Won (District 26) joined city and state officials in response to a fatal subway incident. The matter, titled "Suspect Charged With Murder In 'Unprovoked' Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks," details the killing of Michelle Go, who was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a train. Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul pledged to improve subway safety and address mental health and homelessness in transit. Won stood with other lawmakers, highlighting the impact on Asian-American communities. The council has not advanced specific legislation, but the event underscores the urgent need for systemic protections for vulnerable riders. No safety analyst assessment was provided.
- Suspect Charged With Murder In "Unprovoked" Fatal Shoving Of Woman Onto Times Square Subway Tracks, gothamist.com, Published 2022-01-16
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.