About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 14
▸ Crush Injuries 9
▸ Severe Bleeding 12
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 17
▸ Whiplash 112
▸ Contusion/Bruise 87
▸ Abrasion 39
▸ Pain/Nausea 45
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 411
- 2024 White Lexus Suburban (LHT8624) – 100 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2007 Gray Toyota Sedan (LCLK85) – 79 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2013 Chrys Van (G36VSY) – 78 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2019 White Chevrolet Sedan (LNP6871) – 70 times • 5 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Jeep Suburban (LGM9572) – 68 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Night on the Cross Island. Another life gone.
Queens CB11: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 31, 2025
Just after 2 AM on Aug 26, 2025, a 24-year-old driving a 1999 BMW died on the Cross Island Parkway near Bell Boulevard. Police said the passenger ran from the scene. Patch and city crash records mark the time and place. The city’s data logs unsafe speed in the fatal file. NYC Open Data
They were one of 12 people killed in crashes in Queens CB11 since 2022, with 2,289 injured in 4,163 crashes. NYC Open Data
The pattern does not let up
This year through Aug 31, crashes rose to 951, up 29.4% from 735 at this point last year. Reported injuries climbed from 467 to 527. Deaths went from 0 to 3. NYC Open Data
Deaths hit at all hours. The log shows lives lost at 2 AM, 3 AM, 5 AM—and again in the evening and night. NYC Open Data
Highways cut through; people pay
The deadliest spots here are the highways that slice the district. The Cross Island Parkway leads the list, with the Long Island Expressway and the Clearview Expressway close behind. NYC Open Data
One crash file says it plain: a left turn SUV struck a person on Northern Boulevard at 217th Street on Jun 11, 2025. A 74-year-old pedestrian died. The driver was unlicensed. NYC Open Data
On Jul 31, 2025, a 55-year-old woman on an e‑bike was killed at Hollis Court Boulevard and 50th Avenue. The turning SUV made contact at the right front quarter panel. NYC Open Data
Slow down or bury more neighbors
Unsafe speed shows up in the fatal Cross Island file. The district’s logs also list driver inattention, failure to yield, and red‑light running. Each line is a body, a family, a street corner. NYC Open Data
Two fixes are on the table now.
- The city can set safer speeds on local streets. We need a default 20 MPH and traffic‑calming to match. See our call to action here.
- Albany can force the worst speeders to slow down. In the Senate, S 4045 would require repeat violators to install intelligent speed assistance. Senator John Liu co‑sponsored and voted yes in committee. Senator Toby Stavisky also voted yes. Open States
At City Hall, a different bill would go the other way. Council Member Vickie Paladino introduced Int 1362‑2025 to erase protected bike and bus lane targets from the Streets Master Plan. As the official summary says, “This bill would remove the bus lane and bike lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan.” NYC Council – Legistar
Queens CB11 is represented by Council Member Linda Lee, Assembly Member Ed Braunstein, and Senator John Liu. Braunstein backed the school‑zone speed camera extension this June. The record here does not show his stance on the Assembly companion to S 4045. Open States
Make the dangerous turns safe
Northern Boulevard needs hardened turns and daylighting at side streets like 217th Street. Turning SUVs killed and injured people there. Hollis Court and 50th Avenue need a protected bike crossing and leading pedestrian/bike intervals. Along the Cross Island Parkway ramps, slow entries and better crossings can keep people alive.
The BMW on the Cross Island. The e‑bike on Hollis Court. The man at Northern. The list grows. The fixes wait.
Act now. Tell your lawmakers to slow the cars and stop the repeat speeders. Start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-31
- Driver Killed, Passenger Flees Scene After NYC Expressway Crash, Patch, Published 2025-08-26
- S 4045 – Intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- Int 1362-2025 – Removes bus and bike lane quotas from Streets Master Plan, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
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
15
Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸May 15 - Truck struck sedan from behind. Three people hurt. Neck and back injuries. Night crash. Both vehicles moving north. Police cite other vehicular factors. No pedestrians involved.
A box truck hit a sedan on Clearview Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured: a 38-year-old woman driving the sedan, a 32-year-old male passenger, and a 20-year-old male passenger. All suffered neck or back injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when the crash happened. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the sedan damaged at the center back end and the truck at the left front bumper.
13S 533
Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
-
File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Liu votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Liu votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸May 12 - SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
11
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸May 11 - Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
6S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
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Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 15 - Truck struck sedan from behind. Three people hurt. Neck and back injuries. Night crash. Both vehicles moving north. Police cite other vehicular factors. No pedestrians involved.
A box truck hit a sedan on Clearview Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured: a 38-year-old woman driving the sedan, a 32-year-old male passenger, and a 20-year-old male passenger. All suffered neck or back injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when the crash happened. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the sedan damaged at the center back end and the truck at the left front bumper.
13S 533
Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
-
File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Liu votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Liu votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸May 12 - SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
11
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸May 11 - Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
6S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
- File S 533, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Liu votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Liu votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸May 12 - SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
11
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸May 11 - Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
6S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
- File S 6815, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Liu votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸May 12 - SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
11
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸May 11 - Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
6S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 7678, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸May 12 - SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
11
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸May 11 - Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
6S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
- File S 346, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
12
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸May 12 - SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
11
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸May 11 - Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
6S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 12 - SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
11
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸May 11 - Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
6S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 11 - Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
6S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
5
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 5 - A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
4
SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 4 - Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
2
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 2 - A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
- Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-02
1
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 1 - Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Paladino absent as Council passes neutral-impact taxi dooring warning decal bill.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
1
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision▸May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.
Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.
- Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision, Patch, Published 2025-05-01
29S 4804
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-29
25
SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
25
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
-
SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
21
SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-04-29
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SUVs and Sedan Collide on Utopia Parkway▸Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
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SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
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SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
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SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
Apr 25 - Two drivers and a passenger hurt as three vehicles crash on Utopia Parkway. Metal twists. Traffic stops. No clear cause. Injuries mount. Streets stay dangerous.
Three vehicles—two SUVs and a sedan—collided on Utopia Parkway near Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, two drivers, a 57-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman passenger, suffered injuries to the back and neck. The crash involved vehicles stopped in traffic and one moving straight ahead. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.
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SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
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SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-25
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SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.
ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.
- SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-25
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SUV Struck From Behind on Clearview Expressway▸Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.
Apr 21 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two drivers hurt. Police cite lost consciousness. Metal and glass. Sirens cut the morning air.
A sedan collided with the rear of an SUV on Clearview Expressway near Northern Boulevard. Two men, both drivers, were injured. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the sedan, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not list helmet or signal use as factors.