Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB12?
Eight Dead, No Answers: Queens Streets Demand Action Now
Queens CB12: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025
The Death Count Rises
Eight dead. Twenty seriously hurt. That’s the toll in Queens CB12 in the past year. These are not just numbers. They are people. A man, 62, crushed by an SUV on Linden Boulevard. A 19-year-old, thrown from his moped, killed on 90th Avenue. A woman, 45, struck crossing 111th Avenue on Christmas night. Each one gone. Each one leaves a hole.
Just last week, a 23-year-old man was run down on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard. Police said, “Sonalall approached the driver’s side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist to the point that he drove off, striking the menace” (New York Post). The DA filed no charges. The street is quiet again. The loss remains.
The Pattern: Cars, Trucks, and the Young
Most deaths come from cars and SUVs. In three years, 21 people died, 44 were seriously hurt, and over 5,300 were injured in 8,848 crashes (NYC Open Data). SUVs and sedans did most of the killing. Young men, old women, children—no one is spared. The dead are not just numbers. They are neighbors.
A mother’s words echo after her daughter’s death: “I wish they would never have given him that car. I wish they would never think about giving him that car—because if they didn’t give him that car, my daughter would still be here right now” (Gothamist).
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
Local leaders have taken some steps. Senator Leroy Comrie voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat dangerous drivers to install speed limiters (Open States). Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman voted to extend school speed zones. But the carnage continues. There is no citywide 20 mph limit. There are no new safe crossings. There is no end to the waiting.
The Cost of Waiting
Every day of delay is another risk. The streets do not forgive. The dead do not return. The city has the power to lower speed limits now. The law is on the books. The leaders have the phone lines. The families have the grief.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit and real protection for people who walk and bike. The time for waiting is over. The next name on the list could be someone you love.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB12 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB12?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB12?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street, New York Post, Published 2025-08-01
- Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-01
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4781816 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
- Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway, ABC7, Published 2025-07-31
- Pain Points: Victims of Road Violence Make Annual Pilgrimage to Demand Safe Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-14
- These are new traffic laws in New York slated for 2025, amny.com, Published 2024-12-31
Other Representatives
District 29
232-06A Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Room 717, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 27
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 14
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Room 913, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ 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
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV Injuring Driver▸A sedan struck the rear of a parked SUV on 147 Street, injuring the sedan’s driver. The impact caused shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in this collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:45 on 147 Street when a sedan traveling north struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 56-year-old woman, sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The report states the driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The contributing factor listed is unsafe speed, indicating the driver failed to control the vehicle’s speed appropriately. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers traveling at unsafe speeds near parked vehicles.
SUV and Pickup Crash on Jamaica Avenue▸SUV and pickup slammed together on Jamaica Avenue. The SUV driver took the hit—neck pain, shock. Both vehicles scarred on their left sides. Police cite unspecified factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2023 Nissan SUV and a 2014 Nissan pickup truck collided while both traveled west on Jamaica Avenue. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the pickup’s left front bumper took the impact. The SUV driver, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists only unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash damaged both vehicles’ left bumpers. No specific driver errors, such as failure to yield or speeding, are named in the report. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 146 Street▸Two vehicles crashed head-on on 146 Street. Both drivers, women, were distracted. One suffered a back contusion but remained conscious and restrained. The collision damaged the front bumpers of both cars, underscoring the dangers of driver inattention.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:51 on 146 Street involving a 2015 Audi SUV and a 2019 BMW sedan. Both drivers were female and licensed in New York. The Audi was traveling west, and the BMW south, both going straight ahead when the collision happened. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 40-year-old woman in the SUV, was injured with a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Neither driver was ejected. This crash highlights the critical role of driver distraction in causing collisions, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A 76-year-old man suffered severe leg injuries and whiplash after a sedan hit him outside an intersection on Hillside Avenue. The driver, traveling west, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle’s front center amid glare conditions that impaired visibility.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Hillside Avenue struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, which also suffered damage. The report cites glare as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver visibility. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No pedestrian actions were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental conditions like glare and the critical impact of driver visibility errors in pedestrian injuries.
E-Scooter Strikes 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸An 11-year-old boy crossing with signal was struck by an e-scooter on 110 Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and showed inattention, causing facial abrasions to the conscious child. The scooter showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling straight ahead on 110 Avenue in Queens collided with an 11-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The child sustained facial abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter, occupied by a male driver holding a permit license, struck the pedestrian at the center front end but sustained no damage. The pedestrian was located at the intersection during the collision. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist in Queens▸A sedan turned right on Sutphin Boulevard, striking a northbound cyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The bike’s right side took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens struck a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north at 6:05 AM. The impact hit the bike’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was conscious at the scene. Police cited the sedan driver for 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' showing failure to obey signals or signs led to the crash. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side were damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped Causing Head Injury▸A sedan stopped in traffic struck a westbound moped from behind on Jamaica Avenue. The moped driver, a 21-year-old man, suffered a concussion and head injury, left semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mercedes sedan was stopped in traffic on Jamaica Avenue when it rear-ended a westbound moped. The moped driver, a 21-year-old male wearing a helmet, was injured with a concussion and head trauma, and was found semiconscious. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention while stopped in traffic led to the collision. No other contributing factors involving the moped driver were noted. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Driver Distraction Causes Queens SUV-Sedan Crash▸In Queens, two vehicles collided as an SUV started from parking and a sedan traveled east. Driver inattention triggered impact on front quarter panels. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder bruising, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 near 142-50 129 Avenue in Queens. A Station Wagon/SUV was starting from parking while a sedan was going straight ahead, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 20-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in vehicle interactions.
Two Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
A sedan struck the rear of a parked SUV on 147 Street, injuring the sedan’s driver. The impact caused shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in this collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:45 on 147 Street when a sedan traveling north struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 56-year-old woman, sustained shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The report states the driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The contributing factor listed is unsafe speed, indicating the driver failed to control the vehicle’s speed appropriately. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers traveling at unsafe speeds near parked vehicles.
SUV and Pickup Crash on Jamaica Avenue▸SUV and pickup slammed together on Jamaica Avenue. The SUV driver took the hit—neck pain, shock. Both vehicles scarred on their left sides. Police cite unspecified factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2023 Nissan SUV and a 2014 Nissan pickup truck collided while both traveled west on Jamaica Avenue. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the pickup’s left front bumper took the impact. The SUV driver, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists only unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash damaged both vehicles’ left bumpers. No specific driver errors, such as failure to yield or speeding, are named in the report. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 146 Street▸Two vehicles crashed head-on on 146 Street. Both drivers, women, were distracted. One suffered a back contusion but remained conscious and restrained. The collision damaged the front bumpers of both cars, underscoring the dangers of driver inattention.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:51 on 146 Street involving a 2015 Audi SUV and a 2019 BMW sedan. Both drivers were female and licensed in New York. The Audi was traveling west, and the BMW south, both going straight ahead when the collision happened. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 40-year-old woman in the SUV, was injured with a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Neither driver was ejected. This crash highlights the critical role of driver distraction in causing collisions, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A 76-year-old man suffered severe leg injuries and whiplash after a sedan hit him outside an intersection on Hillside Avenue. The driver, traveling west, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle’s front center amid glare conditions that impaired visibility.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Hillside Avenue struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, which also suffered damage. The report cites glare as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver visibility. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No pedestrian actions were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental conditions like glare and the critical impact of driver visibility errors in pedestrian injuries.
E-Scooter Strikes 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸An 11-year-old boy crossing with signal was struck by an e-scooter on 110 Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and showed inattention, causing facial abrasions to the conscious child. The scooter showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling straight ahead on 110 Avenue in Queens collided with an 11-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The child sustained facial abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter, occupied by a male driver holding a permit license, struck the pedestrian at the center front end but sustained no damage. The pedestrian was located at the intersection during the collision. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist in Queens▸A sedan turned right on Sutphin Boulevard, striking a northbound cyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The bike’s right side took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens struck a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north at 6:05 AM. The impact hit the bike’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was conscious at the scene. Police cited the sedan driver for 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' showing failure to obey signals or signs led to the crash. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side were damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped Causing Head Injury▸A sedan stopped in traffic struck a westbound moped from behind on Jamaica Avenue. The moped driver, a 21-year-old man, suffered a concussion and head injury, left semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mercedes sedan was stopped in traffic on Jamaica Avenue when it rear-ended a westbound moped. The moped driver, a 21-year-old male wearing a helmet, was injured with a concussion and head trauma, and was found semiconscious. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention while stopped in traffic led to the collision. No other contributing factors involving the moped driver were noted. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Driver Distraction Causes Queens SUV-Sedan Crash▸In Queens, two vehicles collided as an SUV started from parking and a sedan traveled east. Driver inattention triggered impact on front quarter panels. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder bruising, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 near 142-50 129 Avenue in Queens. A Station Wagon/SUV was starting from parking while a sedan was going straight ahead, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 20-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in vehicle interactions.
Two Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
SUV and pickup slammed together on Jamaica Avenue. The SUV driver took the hit—neck pain, shock. Both vehicles scarred on their left sides. Police cite unspecified factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2023 Nissan SUV and a 2014 Nissan pickup truck collided while both traveled west on Jamaica Avenue. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the pickup’s left front bumper took the impact. The SUV driver, a 25-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists only unspecified contributing factors. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash damaged both vehicles’ left bumpers. No specific driver errors, such as failure to yield or speeding, are named in the report. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 146 Street▸Two vehicles crashed head-on on 146 Street. Both drivers, women, were distracted. One suffered a back contusion but remained conscious and restrained. The collision damaged the front bumpers of both cars, underscoring the dangers of driver inattention.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:51 on 146 Street involving a 2015 Audi SUV and a 2019 BMW sedan. Both drivers were female and licensed in New York. The Audi was traveling west, and the BMW south, both going straight ahead when the collision happened. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 40-year-old woman in the SUV, was injured with a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Neither driver was ejected. This crash highlights the critical role of driver distraction in causing collisions, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A 76-year-old man suffered severe leg injuries and whiplash after a sedan hit him outside an intersection on Hillside Avenue. The driver, traveling west, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle’s front center amid glare conditions that impaired visibility.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Hillside Avenue struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, which also suffered damage. The report cites glare as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver visibility. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No pedestrian actions were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental conditions like glare and the critical impact of driver visibility errors in pedestrian injuries.
E-Scooter Strikes 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸An 11-year-old boy crossing with signal was struck by an e-scooter on 110 Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and showed inattention, causing facial abrasions to the conscious child. The scooter showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling straight ahead on 110 Avenue in Queens collided with an 11-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The child sustained facial abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter, occupied by a male driver holding a permit license, struck the pedestrian at the center front end but sustained no damage. The pedestrian was located at the intersection during the collision. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist in Queens▸A sedan turned right on Sutphin Boulevard, striking a northbound cyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The bike’s right side took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens struck a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north at 6:05 AM. The impact hit the bike’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was conscious at the scene. Police cited the sedan driver for 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' showing failure to obey signals or signs led to the crash. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side were damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped Causing Head Injury▸A sedan stopped in traffic struck a westbound moped from behind on Jamaica Avenue. The moped driver, a 21-year-old man, suffered a concussion and head injury, left semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mercedes sedan was stopped in traffic on Jamaica Avenue when it rear-ended a westbound moped. The moped driver, a 21-year-old male wearing a helmet, was injured with a concussion and head trauma, and was found semiconscious. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention while stopped in traffic led to the collision. No other contributing factors involving the moped driver were noted. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Driver Distraction Causes Queens SUV-Sedan Crash▸In Queens, two vehicles collided as an SUV started from parking and a sedan traveled east. Driver inattention triggered impact on front quarter panels. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder bruising, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 near 142-50 129 Avenue in Queens. A Station Wagon/SUV was starting from parking while a sedan was going straight ahead, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 20-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in vehicle interactions.
Two Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
Two vehicles crashed head-on on 146 Street. Both drivers, women, were distracted. One suffered a back contusion but remained conscious and restrained. The collision damaged the front bumpers of both cars, underscoring the dangers of driver inattention.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:51 on 146 Street involving a 2015 Audi SUV and a 2019 BMW sedan. Both drivers were female and licensed in New York. The Audi was traveling west, and the BMW south, both going straight ahead when the collision happened. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 40-year-old woman in the SUV, was injured with a back contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Neither driver was ejected. This crash highlights the critical role of driver distraction in causing collisions, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A 76-year-old man suffered severe leg injuries and whiplash after a sedan hit him outside an intersection on Hillside Avenue. The driver, traveling west, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle’s front center amid glare conditions that impaired visibility.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Hillside Avenue struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, which also suffered damage. The report cites glare as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver visibility. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No pedestrian actions were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental conditions like glare and the critical impact of driver visibility errors in pedestrian injuries.
E-Scooter Strikes 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸An 11-year-old boy crossing with signal was struck by an e-scooter on 110 Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and showed inattention, causing facial abrasions to the conscious child. The scooter showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling straight ahead on 110 Avenue in Queens collided with an 11-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The child sustained facial abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter, occupied by a male driver holding a permit license, struck the pedestrian at the center front end but sustained no damage. The pedestrian was located at the intersection during the collision. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist in Queens▸A sedan turned right on Sutphin Boulevard, striking a northbound cyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The bike’s right side took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens struck a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north at 6:05 AM. The impact hit the bike’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was conscious at the scene. Police cited the sedan driver for 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' showing failure to obey signals or signs led to the crash. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side were damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped Causing Head Injury▸A sedan stopped in traffic struck a westbound moped from behind on Jamaica Avenue. The moped driver, a 21-year-old man, suffered a concussion and head injury, left semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mercedes sedan was stopped in traffic on Jamaica Avenue when it rear-ended a westbound moped. The moped driver, a 21-year-old male wearing a helmet, was injured with a concussion and head trauma, and was found semiconscious. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention while stopped in traffic led to the collision. No other contributing factors involving the moped driver were noted. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Driver Distraction Causes Queens SUV-Sedan Crash▸In Queens, two vehicles collided as an SUV started from parking and a sedan traveled east. Driver inattention triggered impact on front quarter panels. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder bruising, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 near 142-50 129 Avenue in Queens. A Station Wagon/SUV was starting from parking while a sedan was going straight ahead, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 20-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in vehicle interactions.
Two Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
A 76-year-old man suffered severe leg injuries and whiplash after a sedan hit him outside an intersection on Hillside Avenue. The driver, traveling west, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle’s front center amid glare conditions that impaired visibility.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Hillside Avenue struck a 76-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, which also suffered damage. The report cites glare as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver visibility. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No pedestrian actions were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by environmental conditions like glare and the critical impact of driver visibility errors in pedestrian injuries.
E-Scooter Strikes 11-Year-Old Pedestrian▸An 11-year-old boy crossing with signal was struck by an e-scooter on 110 Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and showed inattention, causing facial abrasions to the conscious child. The scooter showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling straight ahead on 110 Avenue in Queens collided with an 11-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The child sustained facial abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter, occupied by a male driver holding a permit license, struck the pedestrian at the center front end but sustained no damage. The pedestrian was located at the intersection during the collision. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist in Queens▸A sedan turned right on Sutphin Boulevard, striking a northbound cyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The bike’s right side took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens struck a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north at 6:05 AM. The impact hit the bike’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was conscious at the scene. Police cited the sedan driver for 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' showing failure to obey signals or signs led to the crash. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side were damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped Causing Head Injury▸A sedan stopped in traffic struck a westbound moped from behind on Jamaica Avenue. The moped driver, a 21-year-old man, suffered a concussion and head injury, left semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mercedes sedan was stopped in traffic on Jamaica Avenue when it rear-ended a westbound moped. The moped driver, a 21-year-old male wearing a helmet, was injured with a concussion and head trauma, and was found semiconscious. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention while stopped in traffic led to the collision. No other contributing factors involving the moped driver were noted. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Driver Distraction Causes Queens SUV-Sedan Crash▸In Queens, two vehicles collided as an SUV started from parking and a sedan traveled east. Driver inattention triggered impact on front quarter panels. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder bruising, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 near 142-50 129 Avenue in Queens. A Station Wagon/SUV was starting from parking while a sedan was going straight ahead, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 20-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in vehicle interactions.
Two Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
An 11-year-old boy crossing with signal was struck by an e-scooter on 110 Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and showed inattention, causing facial abrasions to the conscious child. The scooter showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, an e-scooter traveling straight ahead on 110 Avenue in Queens collided with an 11-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal. The child sustained facial abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter, occupied by a male driver holding a permit license, struck the pedestrian at the center front end but sustained no damage. The pedestrian was located at the intersection during the collision. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Sedan Ignores Signal, Hits Cyclist in Queens▸A sedan turned right on Sutphin Boulevard, striking a northbound cyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The bike’s right side took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens struck a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north at 6:05 AM. The impact hit the bike’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was conscious at the scene. Police cited the sedan driver for 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' showing failure to obey signals or signs led to the crash. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side were damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped Causing Head Injury▸A sedan stopped in traffic struck a westbound moped from behind on Jamaica Avenue. The moped driver, a 21-year-old man, suffered a concussion and head injury, left semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mercedes sedan was stopped in traffic on Jamaica Avenue when it rear-ended a westbound moped. The moped driver, a 21-year-old male wearing a helmet, was injured with a concussion and head trauma, and was found semiconscious. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention while stopped in traffic led to the collision. No other contributing factors involving the moped driver were noted. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Driver Distraction Causes Queens SUV-Sedan Crash▸In Queens, two vehicles collided as an SUV started from parking and a sedan traveled east. Driver inattention triggered impact on front quarter panels. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder bruising, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 near 142-50 129 Avenue in Queens. A Station Wagon/SUV was starting from parking while a sedan was going straight ahead, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 20-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in vehicle interactions.
Two Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
A sedan turned right on Sutphin Boulevard, striking a northbound cyclist. The rider suffered knee and leg injuries. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The bike’s right side took the blow.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens struck a 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling north at 6:05 AM. The impact hit the bike’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was conscious at the scene. Police cited the sedan driver for 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' showing failure to obey signals or signs led to the crash. The bicyclist wore no safety equipment. No other contributing factors were listed. The sedan’s center front end and the bike’s right side were damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped Causing Head Injury▸A sedan stopped in traffic struck a westbound moped from behind on Jamaica Avenue. The moped driver, a 21-year-old man, suffered a concussion and head injury, left semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mercedes sedan was stopped in traffic on Jamaica Avenue when it rear-ended a westbound moped. The moped driver, a 21-year-old male wearing a helmet, was injured with a concussion and head trauma, and was found semiconscious. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention while stopped in traffic led to the collision. No other contributing factors involving the moped driver were noted. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Driver Distraction Causes Queens SUV-Sedan Crash▸In Queens, two vehicles collided as an SUV started from parking and a sedan traveled east. Driver inattention triggered impact on front quarter panels. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder bruising, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 near 142-50 129 Avenue in Queens. A Station Wagon/SUV was starting from parking while a sedan was going straight ahead, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 20-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in vehicle interactions.
Two Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
A sedan stopped in traffic struck a westbound moped from behind on Jamaica Avenue. The moped driver, a 21-year-old man, suffered a concussion and head injury, left semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, a 2022 Mercedes sedan was stopped in traffic on Jamaica Avenue when it rear-ended a westbound moped. The moped driver, a 21-year-old male wearing a helmet, was injured with a concussion and head trauma, and was found semiconscious. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the moped. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain attention while stopped in traffic led to the collision. No other contributing factors involving the moped driver were noted. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users like moped riders.
Driver Distraction Causes Queens SUV-Sedan Crash▸In Queens, two vehicles collided as an SUV started from parking and a sedan traveled east. Driver inattention triggered impact on front quarter panels. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder bruising, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 near 142-50 129 Avenue in Queens. A Station Wagon/SUV was starting from parking while a sedan was going straight ahead, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 20-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in vehicle interactions.
Two Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
In Queens, two vehicles collided as an SUV started from parking and a sedan traveled east. Driver inattention triggered impact on front quarter panels. A 20-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder bruising, conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 near 142-50 129 Avenue in Queens. A Station Wagon/SUV was starting from parking while a sedan was going straight ahead, both traveling east. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 20-year-old male front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in vehicle interactions.
Two Sedans Collide on Jamaica Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
Two sedans collided at Jamaica Avenue in Queens. A 22-year-old male driver suffered a severe knee and lower leg injury. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash involved two sedans traveling north and west on Jamaica Avenue near 188 Street in Queens. The 22-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles had front-end damage: one with right front quarter panel and bumper damage, the other with center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights driver errors related to ignoring traffic controls and excessive speed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit him at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing a center-front collision late at night on 110 Avenue.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 110 Avenue in Queens around 11:30 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2007 Subaru SUV traveling northbound. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's center front end, causing abrasions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing without signal, but the report emphasizes driver errors as the cause of the crash.
SUV Hits E-Bike on Queens 140 Avenue▸A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
A northbound SUV struck an eastbound e-bike at 140 Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider suffered elbow and arm injuries and was left in shock. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inexperience as key factors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:50 on 140 Avenue in Queens. A 33-year-old male riding an e-bike traveling east was struck by a northbound SUV. The SUV driver, licensed and operating a 2010 Honda SUV, failed to yield right-of-way and was noted for driver inexperience. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s center front end. The e-bike rider was injured with contusions and bruises to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, with no mention of any contributing factors related to the victim. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding and inexperienced vehicle operation.
BMW SUV Hits Elderly Woman, Driver Flees▸A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
A BMW SUV struck a 74-year-old woman on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street. She lay bleeding from the head, conscious but motionless. The driver did not stop. No skid marks. No damage. Only blood and silence in the sun.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling east on Linden Boulevard at 205th Street struck a 74-year-old woman. The report states she suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was found conscious but motionless. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report notes 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. There were no skid marks and no visible damage to the vehicle, as documented in the report. The narrative describes, 'Just blood on the street and silence in the sun.' The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention and the failure to stop after the collision.
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Cyclist in Queens▸SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
SUV slammed into a 34-year-old cyclist on Farmers Boulevard. Driver distraction listed as cause. Cyclist suffered full-body bruises but stayed conscious. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound SUV hit him on Farmers Boulevard in Queens at 14:45. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV struck the cyclist with its center front end, causing contusions and bruises across the cyclist's body. The cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No contributing factors related to the cyclist were mentioned beyond distraction. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted driving to people outside cars.
SUV With Defective Brakes Crushes Passenger’s Neck▸A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
A Jeep with faulty brakes slammed into a Cadillac’s rear on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, 45, suffered a crushed neck. He stayed conscious. The Jeep showed no damage. The man did. Systemic failure left flesh broken and steel untouched.
According to the police report, a 1997 Jeep traveling westbound on Belt Parkway struck the rear of a Cadillac sedan. The collision occurred when the Jeep, identified as having 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, crashed into the Cadillac’s center back end. The front passenger in the Cadillac, a 45-year-old man, was injured with severe neck crush injuries and remained conscious at the scene. The report notes that the passenger wore only a lap belt. The Jeep showed no damage, while the Cadillac sustained damage to the right rear bumper. The police report explicitly cites 'Brakes Defective' as the primary cause, highlighting a clear driver-related mechanical failure. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by defective vehicle systems and the systemic dangers present on New York City roads.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
A man crossing 147 Place was hit by a northbound Ford SUV. Driver inattention caused the crash. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. No vehicle damage reported. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 37-year-old man was struck while crossing 147 Place near Archer Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" caused the collision. The pedestrian, not at an intersection, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious. The vehicle, a 2010 Ford SUV, showed no damage. The report lists distraction and inattention as the sole contributing factors. No other causes or victim actions are cited. This crash highlights the ongoing risk distracted drivers pose to pedestrians, even when impact appears minor.
2Driver Distraction Injures Child, Woman in Queens Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
Two sedans slammed together on 138 Street in Queens. An 8-year-old girl and a 49-year-old woman, both passengers, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 138 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck head-on. The crash injured two passengers: an 8-year-old girl in the left rear seat and a 49-year-old woman in the front passenger seat. Both were conscious and suffered contusions—one to the face, one to the back. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are noted. Both injured passengers wore lap belts and harnesses. The collision underscores the danger of driver distraction.
Int 0346-2024Adams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
- File Int 1069-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Williams votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 155 Street▸Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.
Two sedans collided head-on on Queens’ 155 Street. Both drivers were distracted, causing the crash. A 36-year-old female driver suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 155 Street in Queens at 9:44 p.m. Both drivers were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for both drivers. The female driver, age 36, was injured with a contusion to her hip and upper leg but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The male driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash underscores the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury and vehicle damage.