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
S 4804Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2Driver Inexperience Hurts Child, Man on Francis Lewis▸A sedan and flatbed collided at Francis Lewis and 115 Ave. A four-year-old girl and a man suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bore the brunt. The system failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Francis Lewis Blvd at 115 Ave in Queens left a 27-year-old man with crush injuries to his shoulder and a four-year-old girl with head trauma. According to the police report, the collision involved a sedan and a flatbed truck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, suffered whiplash. The adult driver was also hurt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lack focus and experience.
SUV U-Turn Crash Injures Child, Woman▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Avenue. A child and a woman suffered head and chest injuries. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 190-14 Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a driver making a U-turn failed to yield right-of-way and used lanes improperly. The crash left a 9-year-old boy with a head injury and a 31-year-old woman with chest trauma. Both were passengers. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck hard, injuring the vulnerable inside.
SUVs and Sedan Collide at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸Two SUVs and a sedan slammed together on Archer Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed and failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Three vehicles—a 2019 Mitsubishi SUV, a 2008 Lexus SUV, and a 2023 Hyundai sedan—collided on Archer Avenue at Merrick Boulevard in Queens. One driver, age 25, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way were listed as contributing factors. All involved were occupants or drivers; no pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash left one person injured and others with unspecified conditions. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver errors on city streets.
2Left Turn Collision Injures Two on Baisley Blvd▸SUV and sedan collided on Baisley Blvd. Two people hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper turn. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
A station wagon/SUV and a sedan crashed at Baisley Blvd and Merrill St in Queens. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder injury, and a 33-year-old female passenger sustained a leg injury. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the SUV going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
SUVs Collide on 172nd Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on 172nd Street in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries. Three others were shaken. Police list no clear cause. Metal bent. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 89-04 172nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three other occupants, all men, reported unspecified injuries. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a sedan. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made. The cause remains unclear in official records.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2Driver Inexperience Hurts Child, Man on Francis Lewis▸A sedan and flatbed collided at Francis Lewis and 115 Ave. A four-year-old girl and a man suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bore the brunt. The system failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Francis Lewis Blvd at 115 Ave in Queens left a 27-year-old man with crush injuries to his shoulder and a four-year-old girl with head trauma. According to the police report, the collision involved a sedan and a flatbed truck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, suffered whiplash. The adult driver was also hurt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lack focus and experience.
SUV U-Turn Crash Injures Child, Woman▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Avenue. A child and a woman suffered head and chest injuries. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 190-14 Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a driver making a U-turn failed to yield right-of-way and used lanes improperly. The crash left a 9-year-old boy with a head injury and a 31-year-old woman with chest trauma. Both were passengers. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck hard, injuring the vulnerable inside.
SUVs and Sedan Collide at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸Two SUVs and a sedan slammed together on Archer Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed and failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Three vehicles—a 2019 Mitsubishi SUV, a 2008 Lexus SUV, and a 2023 Hyundai sedan—collided on Archer Avenue at Merrick Boulevard in Queens. One driver, age 25, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way were listed as contributing factors. All involved were occupants or drivers; no pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash left one person injured and others with unspecified conditions. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver errors on city streets.
2Left Turn Collision Injures Two on Baisley Blvd▸SUV and sedan collided on Baisley Blvd. Two people hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper turn. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
A station wagon/SUV and a sedan crashed at Baisley Blvd and Merrill St in Queens. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder injury, and a 33-year-old female passenger sustained a leg injury. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the SUV going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
SUVs Collide on 172nd Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on 172nd Street in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries. Three others were shaken. Police list no clear cause. Metal bent. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 89-04 172nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three other occupants, all men, reported unspecified injuries. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a sedan. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made. The cause remains unclear in official records.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
2Driver Inexperience Hurts Child, Man on Francis Lewis▸A sedan and flatbed collided at Francis Lewis and 115 Ave. A four-year-old girl and a man suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bore the brunt. The system failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Francis Lewis Blvd at 115 Ave in Queens left a 27-year-old man with crush injuries to his shoulder and a four-year-old girl with head trauma. According to the police report, the collision involved a sedan and a flatbed truck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, suffered whiplash. The adult driver was also hurt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lack focus and experience.
SUV U-Turn Crash Injures Child, Woman▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Avenue. A child and a woman suffered head and chest injuries. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 190-14 Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a driver making a U-turn failed to yield right-of-way and used lanes improperly. The crash left a 9-year-old boy with a head injury and a 31-year-old woman with chest trauma. Both were passengers. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck hard, injuring the vulnerable inside.
SUVs and Sedan Collide at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸Two SUVs and a sedan slammed together on Archer Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed and failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Three vehicles—a 2019 Mitsubishi SUV, a 2008 Lexus SUV, and a 2023 Hyundai sedan—collided on Archer Avenue at Merrick Boulevard in Queens. One driver, age 25, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way were listed as contributing factors. All involved were occupants or drivers; no pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash left one person injured and others with unspecified conditions. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver errors on city streets.
2Left Turn Collision Injures Two on Baisley Blvd▸SUV and sedan collided on Baisley Blvd. Two people hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper turn. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
A station wagon/SUV and a sedan crashed at Baisley Blvd and Merrill St in Queens. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder injury, and a 33-year-old female passenger sustained a leg injury. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the SUV going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
SUVs Collide on 172nd Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on 172nd Street in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries. Three others were shaken. Police list no clear cause. Metal bent. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 89-04 172nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three other occupants, all men, reported unspecified injuries. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a sedan. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made. The cause remains unclear in official records.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
A sedan and flatbed collided at Francis Lewis and 115 Ave. A four-year-old girl and a man suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street bore the brunt. The system failed the vulnerable.
A crash on Francis Lewis Blvd at 115 Ave in Queens left a 27-year-old man with crush injuries to his shoulder and a four-year-old girl with head trauma. According to the police report, the collision involved a sedan and a flatbed truck. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The child, riding as a rear passenger, suffered whiplash. The adult driver was also hurt. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lack focus and experience.
SUV U-Turn Crash Injures Child, Woman▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Avenue. A child and a woman suffered head and chest injuries. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 190-14 Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a driver making a U-turn failed to yield right-of-way and used lanes improperly. The crash left a 9-year-old boy with a head injury and a 31-year-old woman with chest trauma. Both were passengers. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck hard, injuring the vulnerable inside.
SUVs and Sedan Collide at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸Two SUVs and a sedan slammed together on Archer Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed and failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Three vehicles—a 2019 Mitsubishi SUV, a 2008 Lexus SUV, and a 2023 Hyundai sedan—collided on Archer Avenue at Merrick Boulevard in Queens. One driver, age 25, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way were listed as contributing factors. All involved were occupants or drivers; no pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash left one person injured and others with unspecified conditions. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver errors on city streets.
2Left Turn Collision Injures Two on Baisley Blvd▸SUV and sedan collided on Baisley Blvd. Two people hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper turn. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
A station wagon/SUV and a sedan crashed at Baisley Blvd and Merrill St in Queens. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder injury, and a 33-year-old female passenger sustained a leg injury. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the SUV going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
SUVs Collide on 172nd Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on 172nd Street in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries. Three others were shaken. Police list no clear cause. Metal bent. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 89-04 172nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three other occupants, all men, reported unspecified injuries. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a sedan. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made. The cause remains unclear in official records.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Two SUVs collided on Hillside Avenue. A child and a woman suffered head and chest injuries. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 190-14 Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a driver making a U-turn failed to yield right-of-way and used lanes improperly. The crash left a 9-year-old boy with a head injury and a 31-year-old woman with chest trauma. Both were passengers. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck hard, injuring the vulnerable inside.
SUVs and Sedan Collide at Unsafe Speed in Queens▸Two SUVs and a sedan slammed together on Archer Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed and failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Three vehicles—a 2019 Mitsubishi SUV, a 2008 Lexus SUV, and a 2023 Hyundai sedan—collided on Archer Avenue at Merrick Boulevard in Queens. One driver, age 25, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way were listed as contributing factors. All involved were occupants or drivers; no pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash left one person injured and others with unspecified conditions. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver errors on city streets.
2Left Turn Collision Injures Two on Baisley Blvd▸SUV and sedan collided on Baisley Blvd. Two people hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper turn. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
A station wagon/SUV and a sedan crashed at Baisley Blvd and Merrill St in Queens. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder injury, and a 33-year-old female passenger sustained a leg injury. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the SUV going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
SUVs Collide on 172nd Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on 172nd Street in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries. Three others were shaken. Police list no clear cause. Metal bent. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 89-04 172nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three other occupants, all men, reported unspecified injuries. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a sedan. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made. The cause remains unclear in official records.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Two SUVs and a sedan slammed together on Archer Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed and failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Three vehicles—a 2019 Mitsubishi SUV, a 2008 Lexus SUV, and a 2023 Hyundai sedan—collided on Archer Avenue at Merrick Boulevard in Queens. One driver, age 25, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way were listed as contributing factors. All involved were occupants or drivers; no pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash left one person injured and others with unspecified conditions. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver errors on city streets.
2Left Turn Collision Injures Two on Baisley Blvd▸SUV and sedan collided on Baisley Blvd. Two people hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper turn. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
A station wagon/SUV and a sedan crashed at Baisley Blvd and Merrill St in Queens. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder injury, and a 33-year-old female passenger sustained a leg injury. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the SUV going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
SUVs Collide on 172nd Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on 172nd Street in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries. Three others were shaken. Police list no clear cause. Metal bent. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 89-04 172nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three other occupants, all men, reported unspecified injuries. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a sedan. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made. The cause remains unclear in official records.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
SUV and sedan collided on Baisley Blvd. Two people hurt. Police cite failure to yield and improper turn. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
A station wagon/SUV and a sedan crashed at Baisley Blvd and Merrill St in Queens. Two people were injured: a 44-year-old male driver suffered a shoulder injury, and a 33-year-old female passenger sustained a leg injury. According to the police report, both 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' contributed to the crash. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the SUV going straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
SUVs Collide on 172nd Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed on 172nd Street in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries. Three others were shaken. Police list no clear cause. Metal bent. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 89-04 172nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three other occupants, all men, reported unspecified injuries. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a sedan. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made. The cause remains unclear in official records.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Two SUVs crashed on 172nd Street in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries. Three others were shaken. Police list no clear cause. Metal bent. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at 89-04 172nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three other occupants, all men, reported unspecified injuries. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a sedan. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made. The cause remains unclear in official records.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.
A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
SUV hit a woman crossing 133 Ave with the signal. She suffered neck whiplash. Police cite failure to yield. Impact at the center front of the vehicle. System failed to protect her.
A 31-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 133 Ave at Bedell St in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered neck whiplash. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn. The impact was at the center front of the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.
A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
- Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-02
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Barron Street▸A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Barron Street. She suffered a head injury. The crash left her in shock. The car showed no damage. The street stayed quiet after impact.
A sedan making a left turn on Barron Street at 116 Ave struck a 78-year-old woman who was crossing outside a crosswalk. She suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The driver, a 48-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The sedan had no visible damage. No other driver errors were listed in the report.
Int 0193-2024Adams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
Int 0193-2024Williams votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
A sedan hit a 24-year-old man crossing Baisley Blvd with the signal. The driver was distracted. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries. Impact was center front. System failed to protect the walker.
A 24-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck him as he crossed Baisley Blvd with the signal in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan showed no damage. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person walking with the right of way.
2Failure to Yield Injures Two on 137 Ave▸SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
SUV and sedan collided at 137 Ave and 160 St. Two people bruised. Police cite failure to yield. Steel struck flesh. System failed again.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 137 Ave and 160 St in Queens. A 41-year-old woman driving and a 64-year-old man riding as passenger were injured with bruises to the hip, leg, and neck. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed another preventable collision. No helmet or signal use was cited.
Pick-up Truck Hits Pedestrian at Jamaica Ave Intersection▸A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The truck’s front end took the impact.
A pick-up truck struck a 42-year-old woman as she crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic signals.
SUV Turns, Motorcycle Riders Ejected on Liberty Ave▸SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
SUV turned left. Motorcycle struck head-on. Two riders ejected. One fractured leg. One hurt all over. Blood on Liberty Avenue. Streets unforgiving. No clear cause named.
A station wagon/SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a motorcycle going straight on Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, two motorcycle occupants were ejected. One suffered a fractured leg, the other pain across the body. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No helmet or signal use is mentioned. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the danger of turning vehicles and high-speed impacts.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
- Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-27
Distracted Driver Hits Teen Pedestrian on Archer Ave▸A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
A distracted driver struck a 19-year-old pedestrian crossing Archer Ave. The teen suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was hit while crossing 149-15 Archer Ave in Queens. He suffered minor bleeding and arm injuries and was in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end. No other injuries were specified. The data lists only driver inattention as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.