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
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Baisley Boulevard▸A female driver in an SUV slammed into the back of a sedan making a left turn on Baisley Boulevard in Queens. The impact caused neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Baisley Boulevard in Queens when an SUV traveling east rear-ended a sedan that was making a left turn. The female driver of the SUV was cited for following too closely, which contributed to the collision. The sedan was also struck from behind by another SUV. The driver of the SUV that initiated the crash suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary driver error. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
3SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Going Straight▸A 2013 SUV made a left turn on 116 Avenue in Queens. It struck a 2016 sedan traveling east. Three occupants in the SUV were injured: the driver, a front passenger, and a rear child passenger. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2013 Chevrolet SUV was making a left turn on 116 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2016 Mercedes sedan traveling straight east. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The SUV carried three occupants: a 34-year-old male driver, a 36-year-old female front passenger, and a 4-year-old male rear passenger. All three were injured with internal complaints and contusions, including neck, head, and lower leg injuries. None were ejected and all wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 52-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 Mercedes SUV, traveling northwest and making a left turn, struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver, a licensed female from New York, had no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
SUV Slams SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸SUV rear-ends SUV on Van Wyck. A 29-year-old woman in the back seat suffers a head bruise. Police cite following too closely and unsafe speed. Metal crushes. Passenger hurt. System fails to protect.
According to the police report, three SUVs traveled north on Van Wyck Expressway. The rear SUV struck the left rear bumper of the middle SUV. A 29-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the middle SUV suffered a head contusion. She was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. Police list driver errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Unsafe Speed." The impact crushed the left rear bumper of the middle SUV and the right front bumper of the rear SUV. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Two Sedans Collide on 107 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 107 Avenue. One driver backed up, the other went straight. The female driver going straight suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles damaged on left sides.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 107 Avenue. One vehicle was traveling west going straight, while the other was backing up southbound. The female driver traveling west sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The collision impacted the left rear quarter panel and left side doors of the westbound sedan and the left rear bumper of the backing sedan. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 118 Road near Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a vehicle made a right turn and struck him from behind. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a right turn on 118 Road struck a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor twice, indicating driver error in ignoring traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was not ejected but was injured and complained of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash involved impact to the center front end of the vehicle and the center back end of the bike.
S 5588Comrie sponsors yellow alert bill, no direct impact on street safety.▸Senator Comrie pushes a yellow alert for deadly hit-and-runs. Police would blast car details fast. The goal: catch fleeing drivers. The dead deserve justice. Streets remember.
Senate bill S 5588, sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie, was introduced on March 8, 2023. The bill sits at the sponsorship stage. It aims to 'establish a yellow alert system for law enforcement to publicize vehicle information in instances of hit-and-run accidents in which a person has been killed.' Comrie leads the charge. The alert would spread vehicle details after fatal hit-and-runs, aiming to help police track down drivers who flee. No safety analyst note is available. The bill targets the aftermath, not prevention. Vulnerable road users remain at risk until drivers are held to account.
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File S 5588,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-08
Van Turns Left, Motorcyclist Killed on Farmers Boulevard▸A van turned left on Farmers Boulevard. A motorcycle slammed into its rear. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet could not save him. His head struck hard. He died there, alone, beneath the streetlight’s shadow.
A deadly crash unfolded at Farmers Boulevard and 135th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a van made a left turn. A motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the van’s right rear quarter panel. The 38-year-old motorcyclist was ejected from his seat. He wore a helmet, but suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact crushed the rider’s head. No driver errors were specified in the data. The van driver was not reported injured.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A female driver in an SUV slammed into the back of a sedan making a left turn on Baisley Boulevard in Queens. The impact caused neck injuries and whiplash. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Baisley Boulevard in Queens when an SUV traveling east rear-ended a sedan that was making a left turn. The female driver of the SUV was cited for following too closely, which contributed to the collision. The sedan was also struck from behind by another SUV. The driver of the SUV that initiated the crash suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary driver error. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
3SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Going Straight▸A 2013 SUV made a left turn on 116 Avenue in Queens. It struck a 2016 sedan traveling east. Three occupants in the SUV were injured: the driver, a front passenger, and a rear child passenger. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2013 Chevrolet SUV was making a left turn on 116 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2016 Mercedes sedan traveling straight east. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The SUV carried three occupants: a 34-year-old male driver, a 36-year-old female front passenger, and a 4-year-old male rear passenger. All three were injured with internal complaints and contusions, including neck, head, and lower leg injuries. None were ejected and all wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 52-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 Mercedes SUV, traveling northwest and making a left turn, struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver, a licensed female from New York, had no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
SUV Slams SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸SUV rear-ends SUV on Van Wyck. A 29-year-old woman in the back seat suffers a head bruise. Police cite following too closely and unsafe speed. Metal crushes. Passenger hurt. System fails to protect.
According to the police report, three SUVs traveled north on Van Wyck Expressway. The rear SUV struck the left rear bumper of the middle SUV. A 29-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the middle SUV suffered a head contusion. She was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. Police list driver errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Unsafe Speed." The impact crushed the left rear bumper of the middle SUV and the right front bumper of the rear SUV. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Two Sedans Collide on 107 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 107 Avenue. One driver backed up, the other went straight. The female driver going straight suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles damaged on left sides.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 107 Avenue. One vehicle was traveling west going straight, while the other was backing up southbound. The female driver traveling west sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The collision impacted the left rear quarter panel and left side doors of the westbound sedan and the left rear bumper of the backing sedan. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 118 Road near Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a vehicle made a right turn and struck him from behind. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a right turn on 118 Road struck a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor twice, indicating driver error in ignoring traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was not ejected but was injured and complained of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash involved impact to the center front end of the vehicle and the center back end of the bike.
S 5588Comrie sponsors yellow alert bill, no direct impact on street safety.▸Senator Comrie pushes a yellow alert for deadly hit-and-runs. Police would blast car details fast. The goal: catch fleeing drivers. The dead deserve justice. Streets remember.
Senate bill S 5588, sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie, was introduced on March 8, 2023. The bill sits at the sponsorship stage. It aims to 'establish a yellow alert system for law enforcement to publicize vehicle information in instances of hit-and-run accidents in which a person has been killed.' Comrie leads the charge. The alert would spread vehicle details after fatal hit-and-runs, aiming to help police track down drivers who flee. No safety analyst note is available. The bill targets the aftermath, not prevention. Vulnerable road users remain at risk until drivers are held to account.
-
File S 5588,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-08
Van Turns Left, Motorcyclist Killed on Farmers Boulevard▸A van turned left on Farmers Boulevard. A motorcycle slammed into its rear. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet could not save him. His head struck hard. He died there, alone, beneath the streetlight’s shadow.
A deadly crash unfolded at Farmers Boulevard and 135th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a van made a left turn. A motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the van’s right rear quarter panel. The 38-year-old motorcyclist was ejected from his seat. He wore a helmet, but suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact crushed the rider’s head. No driver errors were specified in the data. The van driver was not reported injured.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
-
Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
-
File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2023-02-13
A 2013 SUV made a left turn on 116 Avenue in Queens. It struck a 2016 sedan traveling east. Three occupants in the SUV were injured: the driver, a front passenger, and a rear child passenger. Driver distraction caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 2013 Chevrolet SUV was making a left turn on 116 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2016 Mercedes sedan traveling straight east. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The SUV carried three occupants: a 34-year-old male driver, a 36-year-old female front passenger, and a 4-year-old male rear passenger. All three were injured with internal complaints and contusions, including neck, head, and lower leg injuries. None were ejected and all wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 52-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 Mercedes SUV, traveling northwest and making a left turn, struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver, a licensed female from New York, had no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
SUV Slams SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸SUV rear-ends SUV on Van Wyck. A 29-year-old woman in the back seat suffers a head bruise. Police cite following too closely and unsafe speed. Metal crushes. Passenger hurt. System fails to protect.
According to the police report, three SUVs traveled north on Van Wyck Expressway. The rear SUV struck the left rear bumper of the middle SUV. A 29-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the middle SUV suffered a head contusion. She was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. Police list driver errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Unsafe Speed." The impact crushed the left rear bumper of the middle SUV and the right front bumper of the rear SUV. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Two Sedans Collide on 107 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 107 Avenue. One driver backed up, the other went straight. The female driver going straight suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles damaged on left sides.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 107 Avenue. One vehicle was traveling west going straight, while the other was backing up southbound. The female driver traveling west sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The collision impacted the left rear quarter panel and left side doors of the westbound sedan and the left rear bumper of the backing sedan. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 118 Road near Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a vehicle made a right turn and struck him from behind. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a right turn on 118 Road struck a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor twice, indicating driver error in ignoring traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was not ejected but was injured and complained of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash involved impact to the center front end of the vehicle and the center back end of the bike.
S 5588Comrie sponsors yellow alert bill, no direct impact on street safety.▸Senator Comrie pushes a yellow alert for deadly hit-and-runs. Police would blast car details fast. The goal: catch fleeing drivers. The dead deserve justice. Streets remember.
Senate bill S 5588, sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie, was introduced on March 8, 2023. The bill sits at the sponsorship stage. It aims to 'establish a yellow alert system for law enforcement to publicize vehicle information in instances of hit-and-run accidents in which a person has been killed.' Comrie leads the charge. The alert would spread vehicle details after fatal hit-and-runs, aiming to help police track down drivers who flee. No safety analyst note is available. The bill targets the aftermath, not prevention. Vulnerable road users remain at risk until drivers are held to account.
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File S 5588,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-08
Van Turns Left, Motorcyclist Killed on Farmers Boulevard▸A van turned left on Farmers Boulevard. A motorcycle slammed into its rear. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet could not save him. His head struck hard. He died there, alone, beneath the streetlight’s shadow.
A deadly crash unfolded at Farmers Boulevard and 135th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a van made a left turn. A motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the van’s right rear quarter panel. The 38-year-old motorcyclist was ejected from his seat. He wore a helmet, but suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact crushed the rider’s head. No driver errors were specified in the data. The van driver was not reported injured.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 52-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle failed to yield right-of-way. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Hillside Avenue at an intersection in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2014 Mercedes SUV, traveling northwest and making a left turn, struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver, a licensed female from New York, had no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
SUV Slams SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸SUV rear-ends SUV on Van Wyck. A 29-year-old woman in the back seat suffers a head bruise. Police cite following too closely and unsafe speed. Metal crushes. Passenger hurt. System fails to protect.
According to the police report, three SUVs traveled north on Van Wyck Expressway. The rear SUV struck the left rear bumper of the middle SUV. A 29-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the middle SUV suffered a head contusion. She was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. Police list driver errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Unsafe Speed." The impact crushed the left rear bumper of the middle SUV and the right front bumper of the rear SUV. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Two Sedans Collide on 107 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 107 Avenue. One driver backed up, the other went straight. The female driver going straight suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles damaged on left sides.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 107 Avenue. One vehicle was traveling west going straight, while the other was backing up southbound. The female driver traveling west sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The collision impacted the left rear quarter panel and left side doors of the westbound sedan and the left rear bumper of the backing sedan. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 118 Road near Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a vehicle made a right turn and struck him from behind. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a right turn on 118 Road struck a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor twice, indicating driver error in ignoring traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was not ejected but was injured and complained of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash involved impact to the center front end of the vehicle and the center back end of the bike.
S 5588Comrie sponsors yellow alert bill, no direct impact on street safety.▸Senator Comrie pushes a yellow alert for deadly hit-and-runs. Police would blast car details fast. The goal: catch fleeing drivers. The dead deserve justice. Streets remember.
Senate bill S 5588, sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie, was introduced on March 8, 2023. The bill sits at the sponsorship stage. It aims to 'establish a yellow alert system for law enforcement to publicize vehicle information in instances of hit-and-run accidents in which a person has been killed.' Comrie leads the charge. The alert would spread vehicle details after fatal hit-and-runs, aiming to help police track down drivers who flee. No safety analyst note is available. The bill targets the aftermath, not prevention. Vulnerable road users remain at risk until drivers are held to account.
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File S 5588,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-08
Van Turns Left, Motorcyclist Killed on Farmers Boulevard▸A van turned left on Farmers Boulevard. A motorcycle slammed into its rear. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet could not save him. His head struck hard. He died there, alone, beneath the streetlight’s shadow.
A deadly crash unfolded at Farmers Boulevard and 135th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a van made a left turn. A motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the van’s right rear quarter panel. The 38-year-old motorcyclist was ejected from his seat. He wore a helmet, but suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact crushed the rider’s head. No driver errors were specified in the data. The van driver was not reported injured.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV rear-ends SUV on Van Wyck. A 29-year-old woman in the back seat suffers a head bruise. Police cite following too closely and unsafe speed. Metal crushes. Passenger hurt. System fails to protect.
According to the police report, three SUVs traveled north on Van Wyck Expressway. The rear SUV struck the left rear bumper of the middle SUV. A 29-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the middle SUV suffered a head contusion. She was conscious, not ejected, and wore a lap belt and harness. Police list driver errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Unsafe Speed." The impact crushed the left rear bumper of the middle SUV and the right front bumper of the rear SUV. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Two Sedans Collide on 107 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 107 Avenue. One driver backed up, the other went straight. The female driver going straight suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles damaged on left sides.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 107 Avenue. One vehicle was traveling west going straight, while the other was backing up southbound. The female driver traveling west sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The collision impacted the left rear quarter panel and left side doors of the westbound sedan and the left rear bumper of the backing sedan. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 118 Road near Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a vehicle made a right turn and struck him from behind. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a right turn on 118 Road struck a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor twice, indicating driver error in ignoring traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was not ejected but was injured and complained of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash involved impact to the center front end of the vehicle and the center back end of the bike.
S 5588Comrie sponsors yellow alert bill, no direct impact on street safety.▸Senator Comrie pushes a yellow alert for deadly hit-and-runs. Police would blast car details fast. The goal: catch fleeing drivers. The dead deserve justice. Streets remember.
Senate bill S 5588, sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie, was introduced on March 8, 2023. The bill sits at the sponsorship stage. It aims to 'establish a yellow alert system for law enforcement to publicize vehicle information in instances of hit-and-run accidents in which a person has been killed.' Comrie leads the charge. The alert would spread vehicle details after fatal hit-and-runs, aiming to help police track down drivers who flee. No safety analyst note is available. The bill targets the aftermath, not prevention. Vulnerable road users remain at risk until drivers are held to account.
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File S 5588,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-08
Van Turns Left, Motorcyclist Killed on Farmers Boulevard▸A van turned left on Farmers Boulevard. A motorcycle slammed into its rear. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet could not save him. His head struck hard. He died there, alone, beneath the streetlight’s shadow.
A deadly crash unfolded at Farmers Boulevard and 135th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a van made a left turn. A motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the van’s right rear quarter panel. The 38-year-old motorcyclist was ejected from his seat. He wore a helmet, but suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact crushed the rider’s head. No driver errors were specified in the data. The van driver was not reported injured.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
Two sedans crashed on 107 Avenue. One driver backed up, the other went straight. The female driver going straight suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles damaged on left sides.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 107 Avenue. One vehicle was traveling west going straight, while the other was backing up southbound. The female driver traveling west sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The collision impacted the left rear quarter panel and left side doors of the westbound sedan and the left rear bumper of the backing sedan. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of her vehicle.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 118 Road near Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a vehicle made a right turn and struck him from behind. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a right turn on 118 Road struck a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor twice, indicating driver error in ignoring traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was not ejected but was injured and complained of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash involved impact to the center front end of the vehicle and the center back end of the bike.
S 5588Comrie sponsors yellow alert bill, no direct impact on street safety.▸Senator Comrie pushes a yellow alert for deadly hit-and-runs. Police would blast car details fast. The goal: catch fleeing drivers. The dead deserve justice. Streets remember.
Senate bill S 5588, sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie, was introduced on March 8, 2023. The bill sits at the sponsorship stage. It aims to 'establish a yellow alert system for law enforcement to publicize vehicle information in instances of hit-and-run accidents in which a person has been killed.' Comrie leads the charge. The alert would spread vehicle details after fatal hit-and-runs, aiming to help police track down drivers who flee. No safety analyst note is available. The bill targets the aftermath, not prevention. Vulnerable road users remain at risk until drivers are held to account.
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File S 5588,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-08
Van Turns Left, Motorcyclist Killed on Farmers Boulevard▸A van turned left on Farmers Boulevard. A motorcycle slammed into its rear. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet could not save him. His head struck hard. He died there, alone, beneath the streetlight’s shadow.
A deadly crash unfolded at Farmers Boulevard and 135th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a van made a left turn. A motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the van’s right rear quarter panel. The 38-year-old motorcyclist was ejected from his seat. He wore a helmet, but suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact crushed the rider’s head. No driver errors were specified in the data. The van driver was not reported injured.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 38-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 118 Road near Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a vehicle made a right turn and struck him from behind. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a right turn on 118 Road struck a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, a 38-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor twice, indicating driver error in ignoring traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was not ejected but was injured and complained of pain or nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash involved impact to the center front end of the vehicle and the center back end of the bike.
S 5588Comrie sponsors yellow alert bill, no direct impact on street safety.▸Senator Comrie pushes a yellow alert for deadly hit-and-runs. Police would blast car details fast. The goal: catch fleeing drivers. The dead deserve justice. Streets remember.
Senate bill S 5588, sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie, was introduced on March 8, 2023. The bill sits at the sponsorship stage. It aims to 'establish a yellow alert system for law enforcement to publicize vehicle information in instances of hit-and-run accidents in which a person has been killed.' Comrie leads the charge. The alert would spread vehicle details after fatal hit-and-runs, aiming to help police track down drivers who flee. No safety analyst note is available. The bill targets the aftermath, not prevention. Vulnerable road users remain at risk until drivers are held to account.
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File S 5588,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-08
Van Turns Left, Motorcyclist Killed on Farmers Boulevard▸A van turned left on Farmers Boulevard. A motorcycle slammed into its rear. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet could not save him. His head struck hard. He died there, alone, beneath the streetlight’s shadow.
A deadly crash unfolded at Farmers Boulevard and 135th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a van made a left turn. A motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the van’s right rear quarter panel. The 38-year-old motorcyclist was ejected from his seat. He wore a helmet, but suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact crushed the rider’s head. No driver errors were specified in the data. The van driver was not reported injured.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
Senator Comrie pushes a yellow alert for deadly hit-and-runs. Police would blast car details fast. The goal: catch fleeing drivers. The dead deserve justice. Streets remember.
Senate bill S 5588, sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie, was introduced on March 8, 2023. The bill sits at the sponsorship stage. It aims to 'establish a yellow alert system for law enforcement to publicize vehicle information in instances of hit-and-run accidents in which a person has been killed.' Comrie leads the charge. The alert would spread vehicle details after fatal hit-and-runs, aiming to help police track down drivers who flee. No safety analyst note is available. The bill targets the aftermath, not prevention. Vulnerable road users remain at risk until drivers are held to account.
- File S 5588, Open States, Published 2023-03-08
Van Turns Left, Motorcyclist Killed on Farmers Boulevard▸A van turned left on Farmers Boulevard. A motorcycle slammed into its rear. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet could not save him. His head struck hard. He died there, alone, beneath the streetlight’s shadow.
A deadly crash unfolded at Farmers Boulevard and 135th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a van made a left turn. A motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the van’s right rear quarter panel. The 38-year-old motorcyclist was ejected from his seat. He wore a helmet, but suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact crushed the rider’s head. No driver errors were specified in the data. The van driver was not reported injured.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A van turned left on Farmers Boulevard. A motorcycle slammed into its rear. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet could not save him. His head struck hard. He died there, alone, beneath the streetlight’s shadow.
A deadly crash unfolded at Farmers Boulevard and 135th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a van made a left turn. A motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the van’s right rear quarter panel. The 38-year-old motorcyclist was ejected from his seat. He wore a helmet, but suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The impact crushed the rider’s head. No driver errors were specified in the data. The van driver was not reported injured.
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash▸A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
-
Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn and the cyclist traveling north. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Police cited failure to yield as a factor.
According to the police report, a bicyclist was injured in a collision on Linden Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, a 58-year-old man wearing a helmet, was traveling north when a vehicle making a right turn struck him on the left side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and the cyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2023-02-13
A 16-year-old boy was struck at an intersection on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered chest abrasions but remained conscious. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained chest abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. Contributing factors listed include Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The report highlights driver errors as the cause of the crash.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Avon Street▸Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
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Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
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Published 2023-02-13
Two sedans crashed at Avon Street in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when one disregarded traffic control. The 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Avon Street in Queens. The 26-year-old male driver of a 2021 Mercedes sedan was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. Both drivers were traveling straight when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error. The Mercedes sedan sustained center front end damage, while the other sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Comrie Opposes Penn Station Tax Breaks Jeopardizing Safety▸State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
-
Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
State pushes a $1.2-billion tax break for Penn Station towers. Critics slam the deal as a handout to Vornado. Hundreds of homes and businesses face displacement. Promised funding for transit falls apart. The public gets risk. Developers get power.
On March 6, 2023, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan intensified. The $1.2-billion tax break, meant to spur ten new towers and fund a $20-billion transit overhaul, is under fire. The plan, pitched as a lifeline for Penn Station, now faces doubts about its ability to deliver. State officials admit the project will not fully fund the station. Developer Steve Roth, head of Vornado, is not required to build, putting revenue in doubt. Senator Leroy Comrie called for a reset, saying, “the GPP that’s been presented is not longer working.” Critics, including attorney Chuck Weinstock and policy analyst Rachael Fauss, argue the deal benefits Vornado, not the public. Hundreds of businesses and homes could be lost. The project’s value and feasibility remain in question. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.
- Gov. Hochul’s Penn Station Tax Giveaway Makes Less Sense Than Ever, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-03-06
S 4647Comrie votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
- File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-02-28
S 4647Sanders votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.
- File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-02-28
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Queens Crash▸Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
Two sedans crashed on 108 Avenue. A 70-year-old woman riding front passenger suffered neck pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. The street stayed hard and cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 108 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved the right rear quarter panel of one car and the front end of the other. A 70-year-old woman, riding as a front passenger, was injured. She suffered neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The injured passenger was restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or errors by the passenger were noted.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Sedan Passenger▸An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
An SUV made an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. It struck the right rear quarter panel of a southbound sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver errors caused the crash.
According to the police report, an SUV was making an improper U-turn on Sutphin Boulevard when it collided with a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The sedan carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 20-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The report lists the contributing factor as "Turning Improperly" by the SUV driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The crash highlights the dangers of improper turns and their impact on vehicle occupants.
Speeding Sedan Slams Parked Car in Queens▸A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A speeding sedan struck a parked car on 116 Avenue. A 21-year-old woman in the back seat suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed and close passing led to the crash. Both cars took heavy front-end damage.
According to the police report, a westbound sedan collided with a parked sedan on 116 Avenue in Queens at 3:40 a.m. A 21-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and passing too closely as driver errors. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. No other injuries or violations were reported.
Pedestrian Injured in Queens Jamaica Avenue Crash▸A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 28-year-old man was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The vehicle hit his left front quarter panel. He suffered back contusions and bruises. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Carpenter Avenue in Queens. The 28-year-old man was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a vehicle traveling south struck him on the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained back contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The vehicle was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield and distraction in pedestrian injuries.
2SUV Turns Right, Sedan Crashes Overturned▸A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A sedan traveling north collided with an SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue near Vanwyck Expressway. The sedan overturned. Two occupants, a 19-year-old male driver and a 15-year-old female passenger, suffered neck and leg injuries. Both were in shock.
According to the police report, a 2018 sedan traveling north struck a 2003 SUV making a right turn on 97 Avenue. The sedan's right front bumper hit the SUV's left front bumper, causing the sedan to overturn. Two occupants in the sedan were injured: the 19-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries, and the 15-year-old female front passenger sustained knee and lower leg injuries. Both occupants were reported in shock. The report lists driver errors including unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction. The contributing factors also include traffic control disregarded and unsafe speed. Neither occupant was ejected. The passenger wore a lap belt and harness; the driver had no safety equipment.
A 602Comrie votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13