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
Multi-Vehicle Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Four vehicles collided on Belt Parkway around 12:30 a.m. A 37-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash, which caused significant side and front-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at approximately 12:30 a.m. involving four vehicles traveling westbound: a 2014 Dodge pick-up truck, two station wagons/SUVs (2019 Toyota and 2020 Kia), and a 2023 Dodge sedan. The point of impact included right side doors, right rear bumper, center front end, and center back end damage. A 37-year-old male driver, who was an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights systemic danger from driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Two Sedans Collide on 119 Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided on 119 Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Front-end damage marked the violent impact between vehicles traveling north and west.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 119 Avenue in Queens at 18:55. Two sedans, a 2015 Honda traveling north and a 2011 Lexus traveling west, collided. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the left front bumper of the Lexus. Both drivers were injured, each suffering neck injuries and shock, with complaints of whiplash. The 23-year-old male driver of the Lexus and the 82-year-old female driver of the Honda were both wearing lap belts and were not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision, indicating driver error. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash caused significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
Queens Sedan Driver Loses Consciousness, Injured▸A 62-year-old male driver in Queens lost consciousness behind the wheel of a sedan traveling west on Murdock Avenue. The vehicle struck an object front-center, causing injury and semiconsciousness. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Toyota sedan on Murdock Avenue in Queens lost consciousness while driving westbound. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end, sustaining damage in the same area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured and found semiconscious at the scene. He was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver medical emergency rather than external fault. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by sudden driver incapacitation on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 58-year-old man suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 168 Street while crossing with the signal. The collision occurred at 12:30 PM when a sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at 3. The driver’s inattentiveness and failure to yield the right-of-way directly led to the impact. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
Two SUVs Crash on Queens 128 Avenue▸Two SUVs slammed together on 128 Avenue in Queens. One driver suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles hit head-on. Police cite driver error as the cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 128 Avenue in Queens at 15:34. Both drivers were licensed women from New York. The first SUV, heading east, was struck on its left front bumper. The second SUV, moving south, took damage to its center front end. The 53-year-old driver of the first vehicle suffered chest trauma and whiplash, found incoherent at the scene. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to driver error without further detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the risks of vehicle-on-vehicle impact on city streets.
Motorcyclist Suffers Severe Leg Injuries in Queens▸A motorcyclist ignored traffic control and crashed in Queens. He broke and dislocated his leg. The motorcycle showed no damage. The rider was unlicensed. The street stayed quiet, but the crash left him hurt.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male motorcyclist was injured at 118 Avenue near Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens around 12:46 a.m. The rider, driving a 2023 Znen motorcycle westbound, disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was unlicensed. He suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee, lower leg, and foot. He was not ejected and remained conscious. No damage was reported to the motorcycle, highlighting the violence of the crash against the vulnerable rider. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on Baisley Boulevard while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Baisley Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly during the turn. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and operating a 2009 Chevrolet sedan. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Truck Merges, Slams Sedan on VanWyck▸Truck cut into lane on VanWyck. Hit sedan’s front bumper. Two men inside suffered neck and back whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change and failure to yield. System failed to protect them.
According to the police report, a southbound tractor truck merged on VanWyck Expressway and struck the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight. The truck’s right rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan’s driver, 39, and a 46-year-old passenger suffered neck and back whiplash. Both were conscious. Police list 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. The sedan driver also faced 'Passing Too Closely' as a factor. The report centers on the truck driver’s unsafe merge and failure to yield, not the actions of those injured.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 105 Avenue▸A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Four vehicles collided on Belt Parkway around 12:30 a.m. A 37-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash, which caused significant side and front-end damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at approximately 12:30 a.m. involving four vehicles traveling westbound: a 2014 Dodge pick-up truck, two station wagons/SUVs (2019 Toyota and 2020 Kia), and a 2023 Dodge sedan. The point of impact included right side doors, right rear bumper, center front end, and center back end damage. A 37-year-old male driver, who was an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights systemic danger from driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
2Two Sedans Collide on 119 Avenue Queens▸Two sedans collided on 119 Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Front-end damage marked the violent impact between vehicles traveling north and west.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 119 Avenue in Queens at 18:55. Two sedans, a 2015 Honda traveling north and a 2011 Lexus traveling west, collided. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the left front bumper of the Lexus. Both drivers were injured, each suffering neck injuries and shock, with complaints of whiplash. The 23-year-old male driver of the Lexus and the 82-year-old female driver of the Honda were both wearing lap belts and were not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision, indicating driver error. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash caused significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
Queens Sedan Driver Loses Consciousness, Injured▸A 62-year-old male driver in Queens lost consciousness behind the wheel of a sedan traveling west on Murdock Avenue. The vehicle struck an object front-center, causing injury and semiconsciousness. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Toyota sedan on Murdock Avenue in Queens lost consciousness while driving westbound. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end, sustaining damage in the same area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured and found semiconscious at the scene. He was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver medical emergency rather than external fault. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by sudden driver incapacitation on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 58-year-old man suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 168 Street while crossing with the signal. The collision occurred at 12:30 PM when a sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at 3. The driver’s inattentiveness and failure to yield the right-of-way directly led to the impact. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
Two SUVs Crash on Queens 128 Avenue▸Two SUVs slammed together on 128 Avenue in Queens. One driver suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles hit head-on. Police cite driver error as the cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 128 Avenue in Queens at 15:34. Both drivers were licensed women from New York. The first SUV, heading east, was struck on its left front bumper. The second SUV, moving south, took damage to its center front end. The 53-year-old driver of the first vehicle suffered chest trauma and whiplash, found incoherent at the scene. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to driver error without further detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the risks of vehicle-on-vehicle impact on city streets.
Motorcyclist Suffers Severe Leg Injuries in Queens▸A motorcyclist ignored traffic control and crashed in Queens. He broke and dislocated his leg. The motorcycle showed no damage. The rider was unlicensed. The street stayed quiet, but the crash left him hurt.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male motorcyclist was injured at 118 Avenue near Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens around 12:46 a.m. The rider, driving a 2023 Znen motorcycle westbound, disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was unlicensed. He suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee, lower leg, and foot. He was not ejected and remained conscious. No damage was reported to the motorcycle, highlighting the violence of the crash against the vulnerable rider. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on Baisley Boulevard while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Baisley Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly during the turn. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and operating a 2009 Chevrolet sedan. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Truck Merges, Slams Sedan on VanWyck▸Truck cut into lane on VanWyck. Hit sedan’s front bumper. Two men inside suffered neck and back whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change and failure to yield. System failed to protect them.
According to the police report, a southbound tractor truck merged on VanWyck Expressway and struck the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight. The truck’s right rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan’s driver, 39, and a 46-year-old passenger suffered neck and back whiplash. Both were conscious. Police list 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. The sedan driver also faced 'Passing Too Closely' as a factor. The report centers on the truck driver’s unsafe merge and failure to yield, not the actions of those injured.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 105 Avenue▸A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Two sedans collided on 119 Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Front-end damage marked the violent impact between vehicles traveling north and west.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 119 Avenue in Queens at 18:55. Two sedans, a 2015 Honda traveling north and a 2011 Lexus traveling west, collided. The point of impact was the center front end of the Honda and the left front bumper of the Lexus. Both drivers were injured, each suffering neck injuries and shock, with complaints of whiplash. The 23-year-old male driver of the Lexus and the 82-year-old female driver of the Honda were both wearing lap belts and were not ejected. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the collision, indicating driver error. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The crash caused significant front-end damage to both vehicles.
Queens Sedan Driver Loses Consciousness, Injured▸A 62-year-old male driver in Queens lost consciousness behind the wheel of a sedan traveling west on Murdock Avenue. The vehicle struck an object front-center, causing injury and semiconsciousness. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Toyota sedan on Murdock Avenue in Queens lost consciousness while driving westbound. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end, sustaining damage in the same area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured and found semiconscious at the scene. He was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver medical emergency rather than external fault. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by sudden driver incapacitation on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 58-year-old man suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 168 Street while crossing with the signal. The collision occurred at 12:30 PM when a sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at 3. The driver’s inattentiveness and failure to yield the right-of-way directly led to the impact. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
Two SUVs Crash on Queens 128 Avenue▸Two SUVs slammed together on 128 Avenue in Queens. One driver suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles hit head-on. Police cite driver error as the cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 128 Avenue in Queens at 15:34. Both drivers were licensed women from New York. The first SUV, heading east, was struck on its left front bumper. The second SUV, moving south, took damage to its center front end. The 53-year-old driver of the first vehicle suffered chest trauma and whiplash, found incoherent at the scene. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to driver error without further detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the risks of vehicle-on-vehicle impact on city streets.
Motorcyclist Suffers Severe Leg Injuries in Queens▸A motorcyclist ignored traffic control and crashed in Queens. He broke and dislocated his leg. The motorcycle showed no damage. The rider was unlicensed. The street stayed quiet, but the crash left him hurt.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male motorcyclist was injured at 118 Avenue near Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens around 12:46 a.m. The rider, driving a 2023 Znen motorcycle westbound, disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was unlicensed. He suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee, lower leg, and foot. He was not ejected and remained conscious. No damage was reported to the motorcycle, highlighting the violence of the crash against the vulnerable rider. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on Baisley Boulevard while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Baisley Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly during the turn. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and operating a 2009 Chevrolet sedan. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Truck Merges, Slams Sedan on VanWyck▸Truck cut into lane on VanWyck. Hit sedan’s front bumper. Two men inside suffered neck and back whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change and failure to yield. System failed to protect them.
According to the police report, a southbound tractor truck merged on VanWyck Expressway and struck the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight. The truck’s right rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan’s driver, 39, and a 46-year-old passenger suffered neck and back whiplash. Both were conscious. Police list 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. The sedan driver also faced 'Passing Too Closely' as a factor. The report centers on the truck driver’s unsafe merge and failure to yield, not the actions of those injured.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 105 Avenue▸A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A 62-year-old male driver in Queens lost consciousness behind the wheel of a sedan traveling west on Murdock Avenue. The vehicle struck an object front-center, causing injury and semiconsciousness. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male driver operating a 2007 Toyota sedan on Murdock Avenue in Queens lost consciousness while driving westbound. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end, sustaining damage in the same area. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured and found semiconscious at the scene. He was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver medical emergency rather than external fault. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited in the report. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by sudden driver incapacitation on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 58-year-old man suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 168 Street while crossing with the signal. The collision occurred at 12:30 PM when a sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at 3. The driver’s inattentiveness and failure to yield the right-of-way directly led to the impact. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
Two SUVs Crash on Queens 128 Avenue▸Two SUVs slammed together on 128 Avenue in Queens. One driver suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles hit head-on. Police cite driver error as the cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 128 Avenue in Queens at 15:34. Both drivers were licensed women from New York. The first SUV, heading east, was struck on its left front bumper. The second SUV, moving south, took damage to its center front end. The 53-year-old driver of the first vehicle suffered chest trauma and whiplash, found incoherent at the scene. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to driver error without further detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the risks of vehicle-on-vehicle impact on city streets.
Motorcyclist Suffers Severe Leg Injuries in Queens▸A motorcyclist ignored traffic control and crashed in Queens. He broke and dislocated his leg. The motorcycle showed no damage. The rider was unlicensed. The street stayed quiet, but the crash left him hurt.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male motorcyclist was injured at 118 Avenue near Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens around 12:46 a.m. The rider, driving a 2023 Znen motorcycle westbound, disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was unlicensed. He suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee, lower leg, and foot. He was not ejected and remained conscious. No damage was reported to the motorcycle, highlighting the violence of the crash against the vulnerable rider. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on Baisley Boulevard while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Baisley Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly during the turn. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and operating a 2009 Chevrolet sedan. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Truck Merges, Slams Sedan on VanWyck▸Truck cut into lane on VanWyck. Hit sedan’s front bumper. Two men inside suffered neck and back whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change and failure to yield. System failed to protect them.
According to the police report, a southbound tractor truck merged on VanWyck Expressway and struck the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight. The truck’s right rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan’s driver, 39, and a 46-year-old passenger suffered neck and back whiplash. Both were conscious. Police list 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. The sedan driver also faced 'Passing Too Closely' as a factor. The report centers on the truck driver’s unsafe merge and failure to yield, not the actions of those injured.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 105 Avenue▸A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A 58-year-old man suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when hit.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 168 Street while crossing with the signal. The collision occurred at 12:30 PM when a sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the hip and upper leg, with injury severity rated at 3. The driver’s inattentiveness and failure to yield the right-of-way directly led to the impact. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.
Two SUVs Crash on Queens 128 Avenue▸Two SUVs slammed together on 128 Avenue in Queens. One driver suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles hit head-on. Police cite driver error as the cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 128 Avenue in Queens at 15:34. Both drivers were licensed women from New York. The first SUV, heading east, was struck on its left front bumper. The second SUV, moving south, took damage to its center front end. The 53-year-old driver of the first vehicle suffered chest trauma and whiplash, found incoherent at the scene. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to driver error without further detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the risks of vehicle-on-vehicle impact on city streets.
Motorcyclist Suffers Severe Leg Injuries in Queens▸A motorcyclist ignored traffic control and crashed in Queens. He broke and dislocated his leg. The motorcycle showed no damage. The rider was unlicensed. The street stayed quiet, but the crash left him hurt.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male motorcyclist was injured at 118 Avenue near Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens around 12:46 a.m. The rider, driving a 2023 Znen motorcycle westbound, disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was unlicensed. He suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee, lower leg, and foot. He was not ejected and remained conscious. No damage was reported to the motorcycle, highlighting the violence of the crash against the vulnerable rider. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on Baisley Boulevard while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Baisley Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly during the turn. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and operating a 2009 Chevrolet sedan. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Truck Merges, Slams Sedan on VanWyck▸Truck cut into lane on VanWyck. Hit sedan’s front bumper. Two men inside suffered neck and back whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change and failure to yield. System failed to protect them.
According to the police report, a southbound tractor truck merged on VanWyck Expressway and struck the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight. The truck’s right rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan’s driver, 39, and a 46-year-old passenger suffered neck and back whiplash. Both were conscious. Police list 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. The sedan driver also faced 'Passing Too Closely' as a factor. The report centers on the truck driver’s unsafe merge and failure to yield, not the actions of those injured.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 105 Avenue▸A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Two SUVs slammed together on 128 Avenue in Queens. One driver suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles hit head-on. Police cite driver error as the cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 128 Avenue in Queens at 15:34. Both drivers were licensed women from New York. The first SUV, heading east, was struck on its left front bumper. The second SUV, moving south, took damage to its center front end. The 53-year-old driver of the first vehicle suffered chest trauma and whiplash, found incoherent at the scene. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to driver error without further detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the risks of vehicle-on-vehicle impact on city streets.
Motorcyclist Suffers Severe Leg Injuries in Queens▸A motorcyclist ignored traffic control and crashed in Queens. He broke and dislocated his leg. The motorcycle showed no damage. The rider was unlicensed. The street stayed quiet, but the crash left him hurt.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male motorcyclist was injured at 118 Avenue near Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens around 12:46 a.m. The rider, driving a 2023 Znen motorcycle westbound, disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was unlicensed. He suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee, lower leg, and foot. He was not ejected and remained conscious. No damage was reported to the motorcycle, highlighting the violence of the crash against the vulnerable rider. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on Baisley Boulevard while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Baisley Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly during the turn. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and operating a 2009 Chevrolet sedan. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Truck Merges, Slams Sedan on VanWyck▸Truck cut into lane on VanWyck. Hit sedan’s front bumper. Two men inside suffered neck and back whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change and failure to yield. System failed to protect them.
According to the police report, a southbound tractor truck merged on VanWyck Expressway and struck the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight. The truck’s right rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan’s driver, 39, and a 46-year-old passenger suffered neck and back whiplash. Both were conscious. Police list 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. The sedan driver also faced 'Passing Too Closely' as a factor. The report centers on the truck driver’s unsafe merge and failure to yield, not the actions of those injured.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 105 Avenue▸A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A motorcyclist ignored traffic control and crashed in Queens. He broke and dislocated his leg. The motorcycle showed no damage. The rider was unlicensed. The street stayed quiet, but the crash left him hurt.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male motorcyclist was injured at 118 Avenue near Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens around 12:46 a.m. The rider, driving a 2023 Znen motorcycle westbound, disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The motorcyclist was unlicensed. He suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee, lower leg, and foot. He was not ejected and remained conscious. No damage was reported to the motorcycle, highlighting the violence of the crash against the vulnerable rider. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on Baisley Boulevard while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Baisley Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly during the turn. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and operating a 2009 Chevrolet sedan. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Truck Merges, Slams Sedan on VanWyck▸Truck cut into lane on VanWyck. Hit sedan’s front bumper. Two men inside suffered neck and back whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change and failure to yield. System failed to protect them.
According to the police report, a southbound tractor truck merged on VanWyck Expressway and struck the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight. The truck’s right rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan’s driver, 39, and a 46-year-old passenger suffered neck and back whiplash. Both were conscious. Police list 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. The sedan driver also faced 'Passing Too Closely' as a factor. The report centers on the truck driver’s unsafe merge and failure to yield, not the actions of those injured.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 105 Avenue▸A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A 64-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on Baisley Boulevard while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver, making a right turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Baisley Boulevard made a right turn and struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end, indicating the pedestrian was hit directly during the turn. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The driver was licensed and operating a 2009 Chevrolet sedan. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Truck Merges, Slams Sedan on VanWyck▸Truck cut into lane on VanWyck. Hit sedan’s front bumper. Two men inside suffered neck and back whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change and failure to yield. System failed to protect them.
According to the police report, a southbound tractor truck merged on VanWyck Expressway and struck the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight. The truck’s right rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan’s driver, 39, and a 46-year-old passenger suffered neck and back whiplash. Both were conscious. Police list 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. The sedan driver also faced 'Passing Too Closely' as a factor. The report centers on the truck driver’s unsafe merge and failure to yield, not the actions of those injured.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 105 Avenue▸A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Truck cut into lane on VanWyck. Hit sedan’s front bumper. Two men inside suffered neck and back whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane change and failure to yield. System failed to protect them.
According to the police report, a southbound tractor truck merged on VanWyck Expressway and struck the left front bumper of a sedan traveling straight. The truck’s right rear quarter panel took the hit. The sedan’s driver, 39, and a 46-year-old passenger suffered neck and back whiplash. Both were conscious. Police list 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. The sedan driver also faced 'Passing Too Closely' as a factor. The report centers on the truck driver’s unsafe merge and failure to yield, not the actions of those injured.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Bicyclist on 105 Avenue▸A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A bicyclist riding north on 105 Avenue was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered a concussion and back injury, remaining conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, at 9:02 AM on 105 Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling west made a left turn and collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, was injured with a concussion and back injury but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The bike sustained damage to its front end. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report. The SUV showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage and turning maneuvers by motor vehicles near vulnerable road users.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A 64-year-old woman suffered a fractured hip and dislocation after a sedan hit her at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian as she crossed without a signal. The impact caused serious injury.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 144 Place struck a 64-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue in Queens around 9 PM. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing a fractured and dislocated hip. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered serious injuries classified as severity level 3. The report emphasizes driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, as the primary causes of this crash, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Linden Boulevard▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A taxi struck a sedan from behind while both vehicles were slowing on Linden Boulevard. The impact injured a right rear passenger in the taxi, causing neck whiplash. Police cite the taxi driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Linden Boulevard at 2:07 AM when a taxi traveling east rear-ended a sedan also traveling east. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the taxi. The taxi driver was cited for "Following Too Closely," a driver error that directly contributed to the crash. A 41-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the taxi sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured passenger. This collision underscores the dangers of inadequate following distance on city streets.
Int 0857-2024Williams co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18
Bus Slams Into Driver on Linden Boulevard▸A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A bus struck a southbound driver on Linden Boulevard. The driver suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite pedestrian confusion as a factor. The crash exposes dangers at this Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a bus traveling east on Linden Boulevard collided with a southbound vehicle at 23:06 in Queens. The 28-year-old male driver of the struck vehicle suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The bus was going straight ahead and the driver was licensed. The report highlights confusion at the scene, underscoring the risks faced by drivers and other road users at this intersection.
SUV Turns Left, Sedan Passes Too Closely▸On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
On Hillside Avenue, a 58-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a crash triggered by an SUV making a left turn. The sedan collided with the SUV’s rear bumper after passing too closely, causing whiplash and vehicle damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hillside Avenue around 3:50 PM. A 58-year-old driver in a 2020 sedan was injured, sustaining a neck injury described as whiplash. The sedan was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it collided with a 2024 SUV making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUV’s right rear bumper. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Passing Too Closely" and notes a contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing during turning maneuvers, with no victim fault indicated.
Distracted Driver Causes Queens Sedan Collision▸Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Two sedans collided on 204 Street in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage, highlighting the danger of distracted driving in city traffic.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 PM on 204 Street near 111 Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two sedans traveling west and north. The female driver, age 21, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the injured driver. Vehicle damage included the left front bumper of the westbound Nissan and the right rear quarter panel of the northbound Honda. The report does not indicate any fault or contributing factors related to the victim's behavior, focusing solely on driver distraction as the cause of this crash.
SUV Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. Both vehicles struck on their right side doors, revealing a violent side impact on a high-speed road.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 2:05 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling west collided, both sustaining damage to their right front quarter panels and right side doors. The driver of one SUV, a 56-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as the contributing factor to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash involved two licensed drivers operating SUVs going straight ahead. The violent side impact on the right side doors indicates a failure to control speed under conditions that led to the collision. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Sedan Driver Hits Tractor Truck▸A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A sedan driver in Queens struck a tractor truck while distracted and improperly changing lanes. The driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The truck showed no damage, highlighting the severity of the sedan’s impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Francis Lewis Boulevard near 94 Avenue in Queens at 11:08 p.m. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors on the sedan driver’s part. The sedan struck the tractor truck on its left front quarter panel, causing damage to the sedan’s left side doors. The tractor truck, traveling north, sustained no damage despite the impact at its right front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any fault or error by the truck driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes.
Distracted SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Queens Street▸A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg injury after being hit by an SUV in Queens. The driver, distracted and inattentive, struck the pedestrian outside a crosswalk. The girl was conscious and sustained abrasions but no severe trauma.
According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured at 17:56 in Queens near 179-21 144 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a 2024 Honda SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians crossing outside designated signals.
Sanders Supports QueensLink Rail Reactivation and Public Input▸Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
Queens fights over a rail line. The mayor backs a park. Advocates demand transit. Poor residents lose out. Elected officials split. The city risks locking out thousands from jobs and care. The debate rages. No one asks the people.
This op-ed, published April 4, 2024, covers the battle over the unused Rockaway Beach Branch rail line in southeastern Queens. The city, led by Mayor Adams, pushes a park-only project, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Rick Horan, QueensLink’s executive director, argues the plan blocks a vital north-south rail corridor, denying disadvantaged communities access to jobs, education, and healthcare. The op-ed states: 'It is simply irresponsible to build a park on a viable transit right-of-way in the biggest city in America.' State Senators James Sanders, Jr. and Joe Addabbo, Assembly Member Stacey Amato, and Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers, JoAnn Ariola, and Bob Holden support studies and funding for the rails-and-trails QueensLink alternative. The mayor’s plan faces criticism for ignoring public input and environmental justice. No safety impact assessment for vulnerable road users was provided.
- Op-Ed: Keeping Poor Residents in Transit Deserts is Getting Expensive, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-04-04
Taxi Makes Left Turn, Hits Sedan on Archer Avenue▸A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
A taxi turning left collided with a sedan traveling straight on Archer Avenue. The impact struck the taxi’s right side doors. A 36-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 a.m. on Archer Avenue. A taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, was struck on its right side doors by a sedan also traveling west going straight ahead. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or rules. The taxi had two occupants, including a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The sedan driver’s license status was not reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi’s right side doors and the sedan’s left front bumper. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.