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 28
▸ Crush Injuries 21
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 16
▸ Severe Lacerations 10
▸ Concussion 47
▸ Whiplash 269
▸ Contusion/Bruise 296
▸ Abrasion 187
▸ Pain/Nausea 78
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 412
- 2024 Gray Honda Suburban (LPH4200) – 150 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Toyota Sedan (LHW6019) – 141 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW6494) – 130 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2024 White Lexus Suburban (LHT8624) – 100 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray Toyota Suburban (LCT3025) – 84 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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Queens CB12: Crosswalk hits, night deaths, and a stalled fix
Queens CB12: Jan 1, 2022 - Nov 5, 2025
Aug 6, 2024 at Bedell Street and Baisley Boulevard, the driver of a bus turned left and killed a woman who was crossing with the signal while the driver failed to yield, police recorded (NYC Open Data, CrashID 4746187).
They were one of 28 people killed and 7,226 injured on the streets of Queens Community Board 12 since 2022 (NYC Open Data).
Corners that don’t forgive
- Belt Parkway slices through the district. It leads the toll with 5 deaths and 216 injuries (NYC Open Data).
- Hillside Avenue logs 85 injuries; Francis Lewis Boulevard shows a death and 30 injuries. Merrick Boulevard has 212 injuries (NYC Open Data).
Police reports list what keeps happening: drivers disregard signals, fail to yield, or look away. In this district, those records include at least 2 deaths tied to disregarding traffic control, 1 to failure to yield, and 1 to distraction, with dozens more injured under each cause (NYC Open Data).
Nights and rush hours hurt
The bodies stack at the edges of the day. Four people died around 3 AM, and four more around 5 AM. Evenings also spike — 6 to 9 PM shows multiple deaths and hundreds of injuries (NYC Open Data).
People walking bear the brunt. Drivers of SUVs and cars account for most pedestrian harm recorded here — SUVs in 379 pedestrian injury cases with 7 deaths, sedans in 562 with 2 deaths (NYC Open Data).
The tools and the stall
City Hall says safety comes first. “The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority for Speaker Adams and the council,” her office said when asked about the daylighting bill to clear sightlines at corners (AMNY). The same bill has majority support, but the Speaker has not brought it to a vote (Streetsblog).
In this district, Council Member Nantasha M. Williams is pushing a crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans (Int 1347‑2025) that orders maximum penalties. Analysts warn it leans on policing, not design or operations fixes that reduce crashes (NYC Council Legistar). Corners like Hillside and Francis Lewis need sightlines, hardened turns, and slower lefts. The bill doesn’t deliver those.
Albany has moved on one proven lever: 24/7 school‑zone speed cameras were renewed through 2030, with local legislators on board — votes recorded for State Senator Leroy Comrie, State Senator James Sanders Jr., Assembly Member Vivian Cook, and Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman (Open States). Another lever sits on the table: the Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045). Senator Comrie co‑sponsored it and voted yes in committee (Open States). It would force the worst repeat speeders to use speed limiters.
What would help here
- Daylight the corners on Hillside Avenue, Francis Lewis Boulevard, Merrick Boulevard — clear the parking at crosswalks and add hard barriers at priority intersections (Streetsblog).
- Protect left turns where the bodies fall: use hardened turn treatments and leading pedestrian intervals at Bedell/Baisley and other repeat‑hit spots documented in district data (NYC Open Data).
- Back the speed‑limiter bill in Albany and push City Hall to lower speeds on local streets, as advocates lay out on our Take Action page.
The woman on Baisley had the signal. The bus turned anyway. Fix the corners. Slow the cars. Act now: Take Action.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What is CrashCount?
▸ How many people have been hurt or killed on CB12 streets since 2022?
▸ Where are the worst spots?
▸ What patterns stand out in timing or cause?
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-05
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746187 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-05
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- S 8344 – School speed zones renewal, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- Universal Daylighting Has Majority Support on the City Council — Will Speaker Adams Give It a Vote?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-09
- NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety, AMNY, Published 2025-08-03
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman
District 29
Council Member Nantasha M. Williams
District 27
State Senator Leroy Comrie
District 14
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB12 Queens Community Board 12 sits in Queens, District 27, AD 29, SD 14.
It contains Jamaica, South Jamaica, Baisley Park, Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village, St. Albans, Hollis.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 12
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SUV Making U-Turn Strikes Queens Pedestrian▸Jan 16 - A 64-year-old woman was injured crossing outside a crosswalk in Queens. An SUV making a U-turn struck her with its left front bumper. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with bruises and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing outside a crosswalk on Linden Boulevard in Queens at 6:30 PM. The collision involved a 2015 SUV traveling east that was making a U-turn. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage reported to the vehicle. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no contributing factors related to her actions were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle in New York. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making complex maneuvers in urban areas.
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Unsafe Speed Triggers Multi-Car Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jan 16 - Five sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Unsafe speed sent metal crunching. A 43-year-old woman in the back seat took the worst of it. Head injury. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. The road did not forgive.
According to the police report, five sedans collided on Belt Parkway in Queens around 2:00 a.m. All vehicles were heading west. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor for the crash. A 43-year-old female passenger, seated in the middle rear seat and secured with a lap belt and harness, suffered a head injury and whiplash. She was not ejected and remained conscious. The impact struck the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of another, showing a chain-reaction rear-end collision. No driver actions other than unsafe speed are cited. No contributing factors are attributed to the injured passenger.
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Rear-End Collision on Van Wyck Expressway Injures Two▸Jan 15 - Two occupants suffered neck injuries in a rear-end crash on Van Wyck Expressway. Both were conscious and restrained. The driver’s inattention and following too closely caused the impact. No vehicle damage was reported despite the injuries.
According to the police report, at 17:40 on Van Wyck Expressway, two sedans traveling north collided in a rear-end crash. The driver of the striking vehicle was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely,' key factors leading to the collision. Both injured occupants, a 39-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old female front passenger, suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses at the time. The report notes no vehicle damage despite the bodily injuries. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and unsafe following distances on high-speed roadways.
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SUV Hits Playing Child on 142 St▸Jan 15 - An 11-year-old boy playing in the roadway was struck by an SUV traveling west on 142 Street. The vehicle’s right front quarter panel made impact. Limited driver visibility contributed to the crash, leaving the child with abrasions and leg injuries.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2020 Lexus SUV traveling westbound on 142 Street near Rockaway Boulevard. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The child, described as playing in the roadway at an intersection, suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a critical role. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian’s behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was confined to the right front quarter panel, underscoring the point of collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by limited driver sight lines in areas where children may be present.
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Unlicensed Van Driver Collapses, Crashes on Merrick▸Jan 15 - Van driver lost consciousness on Merrick Blvd. Crashed. Suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Unlicensed. No other vehicles or people hurt. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old man driving a 1999 Ford van west on Merrick Blvd lost consciousness and crashed. He was unlicensed in New York. The van hit with its right front bumper, damaging the quarter panel. The driver, alone in the vehicle, wore a lap belt and suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash shows the danger when a driver is medically incapacitated and unlicensed behind the wheel.
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Queens Collision Leaves Sedan Driver Injured▸Jan 14 - A pick-up and sedan crashed on 143 Street. The sedan driver took the hit, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck and a sedan collided at 11:00 on 143 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were moving straight before impact. The sedan’s front end struck the truck’s left bumper. The sedan driver, a 56-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in this crash. No driver errors were specified in the report.
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Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Jan 14 - Two SUVs collided head-on in Queens on 201st Street. The female driver of the westbound vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause, highlighting driver error and systemic risk.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on 201st Street in Queens at 9:30 AM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, one northbound and one westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, with damage to the left front bumpers. The female driver of the westbound vehicle, aged 47, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or controls. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable occupant.
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
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Motorcyclist Injured on Slippery 116 Avenue▸Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
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Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
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Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 16 - A 64-year-old woman was injured crossing outside a crosswalk in Queens. An SUV making a U-turn struck her with its left front bumper. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with bruises and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing outside a crosswalk on Linden Boulevard in Queens at 6:30 PM. The collision involved a 2015 SUV traveling east that was making a U-turn. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. There was no damage reported to the vehicle. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no contributing factors related to her actions were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle in New York. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making complex maneuvers in urban areas.
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Unsafe Speed Triggers Multi-Car Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jan 16 - Five sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Unsafe speed sent metal crunching. A 43-year-old woman in the back seat took the worst of it. Head injury. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. The road did not forgive.
According to the police report, five sedans collided on Belt Parkway in Queens around 2:00 a.m. All vehicles were heading west. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor for the crash. A 43-year-old female passenger, seated in the middle rear seat and secured with a lap belt and harness, suffered a head injury and whiplash. She was not ejected and remained conscious. The impact struck the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of another, showing a chain-reaction rear-end collision. No driver actions other than unsafe speed are cited. No contributing factors are attributed to the injured passenger.
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Rear-End Collision on Van Wyck Expressway Injures Two▸Jan 15 - Two occupants suffered neck injuries in a rear-end crash on Van Wyck Expressway. Both were conscious and restrained. The driver’s inattention and following too closely caused the impact. No vehicle damage was reported despite the injuries.
According to the police report, at 17:40 on Van Wyck Expressway, two sedans traveling north collided in a rear-end crash. The driver of the striking vehicle was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely,' key factors leading to the collision. Both injured occupants, a 39-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old female front passenger, suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses at the time. The report notes no vehicle damage despite the bodily injuries. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and unsafe following distances on high-speed roadways.
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SUV Hits Playing Child on 142 St▸Jan 15 - An 11-year-old boy playing in the roadway was struck by an SUV traveling west on 142 Street. The vehicle’s right front quarter panel made impact. Limited driver visibility contributed to the crash, leaving the child with abrasions and leg injuries.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2020 Lexus SUV traveling westbound on 142 Street near Rockaway Boulevard. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The child, described as playing in the roadway at an intersection, suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a critical role. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian’s behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was confined to the right front quarter panel, underscoring the point of collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by limited driver sight lines in areas where children may be present.
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Unlicensed Van Driver Collapses, Crashes on Merrick▸Jan 15 - Van driver lost consciousness on Merrick Blvd. Crashed. Suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Unlicensed. No other vehicles or people hurt. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old man driving a 1999 Ford van west on Merrick Blvd lost consciousness and crashed. He was unlicensed in New York. The van hit with its right front bumper, damaging the quarter panel. The driver, alone in the vehicle, wore a lap belt and suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash shows the danger when a driver is medically incapacitated and unlicensed behind the wheel.
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Queens Collision Leaves Sedan Driver Injured▸Jan 14 - A pick-up and sedan crashed on 143 Street. The sedan driver took the hit, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck and a sedan collided at 11:00 on 143 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were moving straight before impact. The sedan’s front end struck the truck’s left bumper. The sedan driver, a 56-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in this crash. No driver errors were specified in the report.
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Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Jan 14 - Two SUVs collided head-on in Queens on 201st Street. The female driver of the westbound vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause, highlighting driver error and systemic risk.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on 201st Street in Queens at 9:30 AM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, one northbound and one westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, with damage to the left front bumpers. The female driver of the westbound vehicle, aged 47, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or controls. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable occupant.
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
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Motorcyclist Injured on Slippery 116 Avenue▸Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
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Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
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Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 16 - Five sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Unsafe speed sent metal crunching. A 43-year-old woman in the back seat took the worst of it. Head injury. Whiplash. She stayed conscious. The road did not forgive.
According to the police report, five sedans collided on Belt Parkway in Queens around 2:00 a.m. All vehicles were heading west. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor for the crash. A 43-year-old female passenger, seated in the middle rear seat and secured with a lap belt and harness, suffered a head injury and whiplash. She was not ejected and remained conscious. The impact struck the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of another, showing a chain-reaction rear-end collision. No driver actions other than unsafe speed are cited. No contributing factors are attributed to the injured passenger.
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Rear-End Collision on Van Wyck Expressway Injures Two▸Jan 15 - Two occupants suffered neck injuries in a rear-end crash on Van Wyck Expressway. Both were conscious and restrained. The driver’s inattention and following too closely caused the impact. No vehicle damage was reported despite the injuries.
According to the police report, at 17:40 on Van Wyck Expressway, two sedans traveling north collided in a rear-end crash. The driver of the striking vehicle was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely,' key factors leading to the collision. Both injured occupants, a 39-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old female front passenger, suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses at the time. The report notes no vehicle damage despite the bodily injuries. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and unsafe following distances on high-speed roadways.
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SUV Hits Playing Child on 142 St▸Jan 15 - An 11-year-old boy playing in the roadway was struck by an SUV traveling west on 142 Street. The vehicle’s right front quarter panel made impact. Limited driver visibility contributed to the crash, leaving the child with abrasions and leg injuries.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2020 Lexus SUV traveling westbound on 142 Street near Rockaway Boulevard. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The child, described as playing in the roadway at an intersection, suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a critical role. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian’s behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was confined to the right front quarter panel, underscoring the point of collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by limited driver sight lines in areas where children may be present.
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Unlicensed Van Driver Collapses, Crashes on Merrick▸Jan 15 - Van driver lost consciousness on Merrick Blvd. Crashed. Suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Unlicensed. No other vehicles or people hurt. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old man driving a 1999 Ford van west on Merrick Blvd lost consciousness and crashed. He was unlicensed in New York. The van hit with its right front bumper, damaging the quarter panel. The driver, alone in the vehicle, wore a lap belt and suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash shows the danger when a driver is medically incapacitated and unlicensed behind the wheel.
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Queens Collision Leaves Sedan Driver Injured▸Jan 14 - A pick-up and sedan crashed on 143 Street. The sedan driver took the hit, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck and a sedan collided at 11:00 on 143 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were moving straight before impact. The sedan’s front end struck the truck’s left bumper. The sedan driver, a 56-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in this crash. No driver errors were specified in the report.
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Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Jan 14 - Two SUVs collided head-on in Queens on 201st Street. The female driver of the westbound vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause, highlighting driver error and systemic risk.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on 201st Street in Queens at 9:30 AM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, one northbound and one westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, with damage to the left front bumpers. The female driver of the westbound vehicle, aged 47, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or controls. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable occupant.
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
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Motorcyclist Injured on Slippery 116 Avenue▸Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
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Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
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Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 15 - Two occupants suffered neck injuries in a rear-end crash on Van Wyck Expressway. Both were conscious and restrained. The driver’s inattention and following too closely caused the impact. No vehicle damage was reported despite the injuries.
According to the police report, at 17:40 on Van Wyck Expressway, two sedans traveling north collided in a rear-end crash. The driver of the striking vehicle was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely,' key factors leading to the collision. Both injured occupants, a 39-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old female front passenger, suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses at the time. The report notes no vehicle damage despite the bodily injuries. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and unsafe following distances on high-speed roadways.
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SUV Hits Playing Child on 142 St▸Jan 15 - An 11-year-old boy playing in the roadway was struck by an SUV traveling west on 142 Street. The vehicle’s right front quarter panel made impact. Limited driver visibility contributed to the crash, leaving the child with abrasions and leg injuries.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2020 Lexus SUV traveling westbound on 142 Street near Rockaway Boulevard. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The child, described as playing in the roadway at an intersection, suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a critical role. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian’s behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was confined to the right front quarter panel, underscoring the point of collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by limited driver sight lines in areas where children may be present.
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Unlicensed Van Driver Collapses, Crashes on Merrick▸Jan 15 - Van driver lost consciousness on Merrick Blvd. Crashed. Suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Unlicensed. No other vehicles or people hurt. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old man driving a 1999 Ford van west on Merrick Blvd lost consciousness and crashed. He was unlicensed in New York. The van hit with its right front bumper, damaging the quarter panel. The driver, alone in the vehicle, wore a lap belt and suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash shows the danger when a driver is medically incapacitated and unlicensed behind the wheel.
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Queens Collision Leaves Sedan Driver Injured▸Jan 14 - A pick-up and sedan crashed on 143 Street. The sedan driver took the hit, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck and a sedan collided at 11:00 on 143 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were moving straight before impact. The sedan’s front end struck the truck’s left bumper. The sedan driver, a 56-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in this crash. No driver errors were specified in the report.
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Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Jan 14 - Two SUVs collided head-on in Queens on 201st Street. The female driver of the westbound vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause, highlighting driver error and systemic risk.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on 201st Street in Queens at 9:30 AM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, one northbound and one westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, with damage to the left front bumpers. The female driver of the westbound vehicle, aged 47, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or controls. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable occupant.
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
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Motorcyclist Injured on Slippery 116 Avenue▸Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
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Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
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Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 15 - An 11-year-old boy playing in the roadway was struck by an SUV traveling west on 142 Street. The vehicle’s right front quarter panel made impact. Limited driver visibility contributed to the crash, leaving the child with abrasions and leg injuries.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2020 Lexus SUV traveling westbound on 142 Street near Rockaway Boulevard. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front quarter panel. The child, described as playing in the roadway at an intersection, suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a critical role. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian’s behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was confined to the right front quarter panel, underscoring the point of collision. This incident highlights the dangers posed by limited driver sight lines in areas where children may be present.
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Unlicensed Van Driver Collapses, Crashes on Merrick▸Jan 15 - Van driver lost consciousness on Merrick Blvd. Crashed. Suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Unlicensed. No other vehicles or people hurt. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old man driving a 1999 Ford van west on Merrick Blvd lost consciousness and crashed. He was unlicensed in New York. The van hit with its right front bumper, damaging the quarter panel. The driver, alone in the vehicle, wore a lap belt and suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash shows the danger when a driver is medically incapacitated and unlicensed behind the wheel.
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Queens Collision Leaves Sedan Driver Injured▸Jan 14 - A pick-up and sedan crashed on 143 Street. The sedan driver took the hit, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck and a sedan collided at 11:00 on 143 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were moving straight before impact. The sedan’s front end struck the truck’s left bumper. The sedan driver, a 56-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in this crash. No driver errors were specified in the report.
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Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Jan 14 - Two SUVs collided head-on in Queens on 201st Street. The female driver of the westbound vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause, highlighting driver error and systemic risk.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on 201st Street in Queens at 9:30 AM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, one northbound and one westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, with damage to the left front bumpers. The female driver of the westbound vehicle, aged 47, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or controls. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable occupant.
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
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Motorcyclist Injured on Slippery 116 Avenue▸Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
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Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
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Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 15 - Van driver lost consciousness on Merrick Blvd. Crashed. Suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Unlicensed. No other vehicles or people hurt. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old man driving a 1999 Ford van west on Merrick Blvd lost consciousness and crashed. He was unlicensed in New York. The van hit with its right front bumper, damaging the quarter panel. The driver, alone in the vehicle, wore a lap belt and suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash shows the danger when a driver is medically incapacitated and unlicensed behind the wheel.
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Queens Collision Leaves Sedan Driver Injured▸Jan 14 - A pick-up and sedan crashed on 143 Street. The sedan driver took the hit, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck and a sedan collided at 11:00 on 143 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were moving straight before impact. The sedan’s front end struck the truck’s left bumper. The sedan driver, a 56-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in this crash. No driver errors were specified in the report.
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Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Jan 14 - Two SUVs collided head-on in Queens on 201st Street. The female driver of the westbound vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause, highlighting driver error and systemic risk.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on 201st Street in Queens at 9:30 AM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, one northbound and one westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, with damage to the left front bumpers. The female driver of the westbound vehicle, aged 47, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or controls. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable occupant.
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
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Motorcyclist Injured on Slippery 116 Avenue▸Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
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Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
8
Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 14 - A pick-up and sedan crashed on 143 Street. The sedan driver took the hit, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck and a sedan collided at 11:00 on 143 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were moving straight before impact. The sedan’s front end struck the truck’s left bumper. The sedan driver, a 56-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in this crash. No driver errors were specified in the report.
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Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Jan 14 - Two SUVs collided head-on in Queens on 201st Street. The female driver of the westbound vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause, highlighting driver error and systemic risk.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on 201st Street in Queens at 9:30 AM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, one northbound and one westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, with damage to the left front bumpers. The female driver of the westbound vehicle, aged 47, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or controls. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable occupant.
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
12
Motorcyclist Injured on Slippery 116 Avenue▸Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
11
Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
11
Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
10
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
9
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
9
Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
8
Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 14 - Two SUVs collided head-on in Queens on 201st Street. The female driver of the westbound vehicle suffered neck injuries but remained conscious. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause, highlighting driver error and systemic risk.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on 201st Street in Queens at 9:30 AM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, one northbound and one westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, with damage to the left front bumpers. The female driver of the westbound vehicle, aged 47, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or controls. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable occupant.
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
12
Motorcyclist Injured on Slippery 116 Avenue▸Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
11
Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
11
Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
10
Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
9
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
9
Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
8
Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
- File S 1675, Open States, Published 2025-01-13
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Motorcyclist Injured on Slippery 116 Avenue▸Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
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Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
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Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 12 - A 41-year-old woman crashed her motorcycle on a slick Queens road. She suffered leg injuries. Police cite pavement slippery and inexperience. The rider wore a helmet. No other vehicles involved.
According to the police report, a 41-year-old female motorcyclist was injured at 8:45 AM on 116 Avenue near 197 Street in Queens. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider, who held a permit license and wore a helmet, suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The motorcycle, traveling east, sustained damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or people were involved.
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Sedan Injures Driver in Queens Passing Crash▸Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
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Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 11 - A sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved improper passing and a tractor truck making a U-turn. The driver was conscious and restrained, but the impact struck the sedan’s right front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street in Queens at 4:00 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling north and struck the left rear bumper of a tractor truck that was making a U-turn. The sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. No ejection occurred. The tractor truck showed no damage. The driver errors center on the sedan’s improper passing maneuver, which led to the collision with the truck. No victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Crushed▸Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
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Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 11 - A sedan turned left on Linden. A cyclist rode straight. Metal slammed flesh. The rider, twenty-seven, flew. His leg shattered. Blood spread on cold asphalt. The driver’s improper lane use left pain behind.
A crash at Linden Boulevard and 155th Street in Queens left a 27-year-old cyclist with severe leg injuries. According to the police report, a 1996 Honda sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. The narrative states: 'A 1996 Honda turned left. A bike came straight. Metal hit bone. The rider, 27, flew. No helmet. His leg crushed. He lay conscious on cold asphalt, bleeding into the gray morning.' The sedan’s left front bumper struck the center front of the bicycle. The cyclist was ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite cyclist behavior as a cause.
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Queens SUV and Sedan Collide on 90 Ave▸Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
9
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
9
Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
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Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 10 - A northbound SUV struck the right side of an eastbound sedan on 90 Ave in Queens. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on 90 Ave in Queens. A northbound Toyota SUV traveling straight ahead collided with the right side doors of an eastbound Lexus sedan, also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors, causing damage there. The sedan carried two occupants, including a 59-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck injuries classified as severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction leading to side-impact collisions.
9
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
9
Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
8
Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 9 - A 62-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision, leaving the victim in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Archer Avenue in Queens struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 165th Street around 9:30 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, impacted him on the left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights a critical failure by the driver to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.
9
Two Sedans Collide at Queens Intersection▸Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
8
Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
3
Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 9 - Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens at 8 a.m. A 27-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight. Impact occurred on the right rear quarter panel and left front bumper.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 a.m. on 204 Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling straight ahead—one northbound and one eastbound. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the northbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 27-year-old female driver of the northbound sedan was injured, sustaining chest contusions and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision resulted in damage to the right rear quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles.
8
Sedan Driver Strikes Cyclist on 170th Street▸Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 8 - A sedan slammed into a 50-year-old cyclist near Liberty Avenue. The car’s front end crushed the man’s leg. He stayed conscious, pain sharp, bike twisted. Police cite driver distraction. The car rolled on, unscathed. The street bore the wound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 170th Street near Liberty Avenue struck a 50-year-old man riding a bicycle. The report states the car’s center front end hit the cyclist, crushing his leg and leaving him with serious injuries, though he remained conscious at the scene. The police document lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The sedan showed no damage, while the bicycle was left twisted on the street. No evidence in the report points to any cyclist error or behavior as a cause. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, with vulnerable road users bearing the brunt of the impact.
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Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 131, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Hillside Ave▸Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 6 - A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Hillside Avenue outside a crosswalk. A sedan making a right turn struck her on the right front quarter panel. Limited view contributed to the crash, causing abrasions and lower leg injuries.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at 171 Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a sedan traveling south made a right turn and struck her on the right front quarter panel. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate. The vehicle, a 2005 Mazda sedan, sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited visibility during turning maneuvers, emphasizing driver error in failing to yield or adequately observe the pedestrian.
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Two Sedans Collide on Rockaway Blvd Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 3 - Two sedans collided head-on on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were male, one licensed in New York and the other on a permit from North Carolina. The crash caused moderate chest injuries to the 64-year-old New York driver, who wore a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 AM on Rockaway Boulevard near Baisley Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided frontally. The New York-licensed driver, a 64-year-old male, sustained moderate chest injuries and a burn but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The other driver, a male with a North Carolina permit, was also involved. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends, indicating a direct impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was noted as contributing. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and the risks posed by drivers operating with permits.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 3 - A 43-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Rockaway Blvd at an intersection. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg injury, remaining conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Rockaway Blvd struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was not paying proper attention. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The impact point was the sedan’s center front end. The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision. No other occupants were in the vehicle at the time.
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Two Sedans Collide on Archer Ave Queens▸Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Jan 3 - Two sedans traveling west on Archer Avenue collided head-to-back. A 3-year-old passenger and a 37-year-old driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash exposed driver distraction as a key factor in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Archer Avenue near Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling westbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The 3-year-old female passenger in the rear seat of the lead sedan sustained full-body injuries and whiplash but was not ejected, secured by a lap belt and harness. The 37-year-old female driver of the trailing sedan also suffered full-body injuries and whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage was noted on the rear of the lead sedan, while the trailing sedan showed no damage. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.