Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB13?
Queens Streets: 25 Dead, 4,400 Hurt—Who's Next?
Queens CB13: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025
The Toll in Queens CB13
The streets do not forgive. In Queens CB13, the numbers do not lie. Twenty-five people are dead. Twenty-eight more are left with serious injuries. Over 4,400 have been hurt since 2022. The crashes keep coming. The pain does not fade.
Just last month, a 39-year-old man was killed on Nashville Boulevard. He was ejected from his motorized scooter after an SUV turned left. The crash report lists the cause as “driver inattention.” The man died from crush injuries. He did not get a second chance. See NYC Open Data.
On the Belt Parkway, a 27-year-old woman lost her life in February. She was driving. The car was going straight. The report says “unsafe speed.” She was ejected and died at the scene. Her passenger was injured. The road stayed open. The city moved on.
Buses, Cars, and the Human Cost
The machines are heavy. The people are not. SUVs and cars caused the most harm—four deaths, 397 injuries. Trucks and buses killed two, injured 27. Bikes left two with minor wounds. The numbers are cold, but the stories burn. A van crash in February killed a 78-year-old woman. She sat in the back seat. She never made it home.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
The politicians talk. Some act. Senator Leroy Comrie voted yes to curb repeat speeders, backing a bill to require speed-limiting devices for drivers who rack up violations. Assembly Member Clyde Vanel voted to extend school speed zones, a move to protect children on foot.
But the deaths keep coming. The crashes do not wait for new laws. The city has the power to lower speed limits. It has not done enough. The streets are still wide. The cars are still fast. The bodies are still broken.
Call to Action: Demand More Than Words
Call your council member. Call your senator. Call your assembly member. Tell them the numbers are not just numbers. They are lives. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real protection for people walking and cycling. Do not wait for another name on the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB13 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB13?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB13?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- MTA Bus Slams Curb, Injures Seven, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823380 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Vanel votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety., Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- E-Bike Rider Killed In Police Chase, New York Post, Published 2025-07-13
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- Eight Injured As MTA Bus Hits Pole, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Chain-Reaction Crash Kills Two On Belt Parkway, amny, Published 2025-07-10
- A ‘Boulevard of Life’ transformation: DOT announces completion of Queens Boulevard Redesign, amny.com, Published 2024-11-12
- Comprehensive NYC Greenway plan for bike, pedestrian infrastructure passes City Council, amny.com, Published 2022-10-27
- Meet the Council’s Transportation Committee Chair: Selvena Brooks-Powers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-01-20
Other Representatives
District 33
97-01 Springfield Blvd., Queens Village, NY 11429
Room 424, 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 CB13 Queens Community Board 13 sits in Queens, Precinct 105, District 27, AD 33, SD 14.
It contains Glen Oaks-Floral Park-New Hyde Park, Bellerose, Queens Village, Cambria Heights, Laurelton, Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville, Rosedale, Montefiore Cemetery.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 13
2Queens SUV and Sedan Collide, Injuring Two▸A northbound SUV and westbound sedan collided on Hook Creek Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers sustained whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. Two occupants, including a child passenger, were injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:38 on Hook Creek Boulevard in Queens. A northbound SUV traveling straight ahead struck a westbound sedan making a left turn. The point of impact was the center back end of both vehicles. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Two occupants in the SUV—a 30-year-old female driver and a 10-year-old female front passenger—were injured with whiplash and full-body injuries. Both occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses, and neither was ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injuries even without ejections or loss of control.
Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Rear-Ends SUV▸Unlicensed, drunk driver slammed SUV into another on Cross Island Parkway. Female driver suffered facial injuries and shock. Impact tore into rear bumper. System failed to keep danger off the road.
According to the police report, at 3:50 AM on Cross Island Parkway, an unlicensed male driver, impaired by alcohol, crashed his Acura SUV into the right rear bumper of a Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed 27-year-old woman. The woman suffered facial injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unlicensed' status as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the threat posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Collides With Motorcycle▸A motorcycle rider suffered severe leg injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike’s left front quarter panel. The crash happened on Hillside Avenue in Queens, leaving the motorcyclist conscious but fractured and dislocated.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:16 on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 51-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling northeast while a male SUV driver, licensed in New York, was making a left turn traveling southeast. The SUV struck the motorcycle on its left front quarter panel with the SUV’s center front end. The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver’s left turn as the critical action leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Merrick Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided in a chain reaction on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The lead driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as key factors. All drivers were licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Merrick Boulevard in Queens at 8:55 a.m. involving three eastbound vehicles: two sedans and one SUV. The driver of the lead vehicle, a 51-year-old male occupant, sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention and following too closely as the primary contributing factors to the crash. The lead vehicle was impacted at the center front end, while the subsequent vehicles struck the center back ends of the cars ahead. All drivers were licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two SUVs Collide on Farmers Boulevard Queens▸Two SUVs traveling eastbound collided on Farmers Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were licensed men. One driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported. Police noted unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:32 AM on Farmers Boulevard in Queens involving two eastbound SUVs. Both drivers were male and licensed in New York. The first vehicle, a 2024 Acura SUV, was struck at the center back end, while the second, a 2021 Jeep SUV, impacted at the center front end. The Acura driver, age 52, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both drivers, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. Neither vehicle showed damage, suggesting a low-impact collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Distracted Motorcycle Driver Injured on Cross Island Parkway▸A 42-year-old male motorcyclist suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, unprotected by safety gear, was distracted and inexperienced, leading to a violent impact and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured at 22:15 on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, who was not wearing any safety equipment, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle, traveling south and going straight ahead, collided with an object impacting the left front bumper, causing center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. This incident highlights the dangers of distracted and inexperienced motorcycle operation without protective gear.
Distracted Drivers Crash on Merrick Boulevard▸Two westbound cars collided on Merrick Boulevard. Both drivers were hurt. Police blamed driver inattention. One man suffered neck injuries. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two vehicles—a 2010 Ford SUV and a 2005 Dodge sedan—collided while heading west on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s right front bumper, damaging both vehicles. The 53-year-old male SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver distraction on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue. The crash bruised his arm. The car’s front end took the blow. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a northbound sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens at 18:41. The man was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the sedan hit him with its center front end. He suffered contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s location outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No other injuries or errors are cited in the report.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Causes Whiplash▸Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
A northbound SUV and westbound sedan collided on Hook Creek Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers sustained whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. Two occupants, including a child passenger, were injured but not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:38 on Hook Creek Boulevard in Queens. A northbound SUV traveling straight ahead struck a westbound sedan making a left turn. The point of impact was the center back end of both vehicles. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Two occupants in the SUV—a 30-year-old female driver and a 10-year-old female front passenger—were injured with whiplash and full-body injuries. Both occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses, and neither was ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injuries even without ejections or loss of control.
Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Rear-Ends SUV▸Unlicensed, drunk driver slammed SUV into another on Cross Island Parkway. Female driver suffered facial injuries and shock. Impact tore into rear bumper. System failed to keep danger off the road.
According to the police report, at 3:50 AM on Cross Island Parkway, an unlicensed male driver, impaired by alcohol, crashed his Acura SUV into the right rear bumper of a Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed 27-year-old woman. The woman suffered facial injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unlicensed' status as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the threat posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Collides With Motorcycle▸A motorcycle rider suffered severe leg injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike’s left front quarter panel. The crash happened on Hillside Avenue in Queens, leaving the motorcyclist conscious but fractured and dislocated.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:16 on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 51-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling northeast while a male SUV driver, licensed in New York, was making a left turn traveling southeast. The SUV struck the motorcycle on its left front quarter panel with the SUV’s center front end. The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver’s left turn as the critical action leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Merrick Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided in a chain reaction on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The lead driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as key factors. All drivers were licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Merrick Boulevard in Queens at 8:55 a.m. involving three eastbound vehicles: two sedans and one SUV. The driver of the lead vehicle, a 51-year-old male occupant, sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention and following too closely as the primary contributing factors to the crash. The lead vehicle was impacted at the center front end, while the subsequent vehicles struck the center back ends of the cars ahead. All drivers were licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two SUVs Collide on Farmers Boulevard Queens▸Two SUVs traveling eastbound collided on Farmers Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were licensed men. One driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported. Police noted unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:32 AM on Farmers Boulevard in Queens involving two eastbound SUVs. Both drivers were male and licensed in New York. The first vehicle, a 2024 Acura SUV, was struck at the center back end, while the second, a 2021 Jeep SUV, impacted at the center front end. The Acura driver, age 52, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both drivers, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. Neither vehicle showed damage, suggesting a low-impact collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Distracted Motorcycle Driver Injured on Cross Island Parkway▸A 42-year-old male motorcyclist suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, unprotected by safety gear, was distracted and inexperienced, leading to a violent impact and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured at 22:15 on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, who was not wearing any safety equipment, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle, traveling south and going straight ahead, collided with an object impacting the left front bumper, causing center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. This incident highlights the dangers of distracted and inexperienced motorcycle operation without protective gear.
Distracted Drivers Crash on Merrick Boulevard▸Two westbound cars collided on Merrick Boulevard. Both drivers were hurt. Police blamed driver inattention. One man suffered neck injuries. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two vehicles—a 2010 Ford SUV and a 2005 Dodge sedan—collided while heading west on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s right front bumper, damaging both vehicles. The 53-year-old male SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver distraction on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue. The crash bruised his arm. The car’s front end took the blow. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a northbound sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens at 18:41. The man was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the sedan hit him with its center front end. He suffered contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s location outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No other injuries or errors are cited in the report.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Causes Whiplash▸Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
-
File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Unlicensed, drunk driver slammed SUV into another on Cross Island Parkway. Female driver suffered facial injuries and shock. Impact tore into rear bumper. System failed to keep danger off the road.
According to the police report, at 3:50 AM on Cross Island Parkway, an unlicensed male driver, impaired by alcohol, crashed his Acura SUV into the right rear bumper of a Chevrolet SUV driven by a licensed 27-year-old woman. The woman suffered facial injuries and shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unlicensed' status as contributing factors. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the threat posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
SUV Left Turn Collides With Motorcycle▸A motorcycle rider suffered severe leg injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike’s left front quarter panel. The crash happened on Hillside Avenue in Queens, leaving the motorcyclist conscious but fractured and dislocated.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:16 on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 51-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling northeast while a male SUV driver, licensed in New York, was making a left turn traveling southeast. The SUV struck the motorcycle on its left front quarter panel with the SUV’s center front end. The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver’s left turn as the critical action leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Merrick Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided in a chain reaction on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The lead driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as key factors. All drivers were licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Merrick Boulevard in Queens at 8:55 a.m. involving three eastbound vehicles: two sedans and one SUV. The driver of the lead vehicle, a 51-year-old male occupant, sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention and following too closely as the primary contributing factors to the crash. The lead vehicle was impacted at the center front end, while the subsequent vehicles struck the center back ends of the cars ahead. All drivers were licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two SUVs Collide on Farmers Boulevard Queens▸Two SUVs traveling eastbound collided on Farmers Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were licensed men. One driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported. Police noted unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:32 AM on Farmers Boulevard in Queens involving two eastbound SUVs. Both drivers were male and licensed in New York. The first vehicle, a 2024 Acura SUV, was struck at the center back end, while the second, a 2021 Jeep SUV, impacted at the center front end. The Acura driver, age 52, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both drivers, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. Neither vehicle showed damage, suggesting a low-impact collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Distracted Motorcycle Driver Injured on Cross Island Parkway▸A 42-year-old male motorcyclist suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, unprotected by safety gear, was distracted and inexperienced, leading to a violent impact and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured at 22:15 on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, who was not wearing any safety equipment, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle, traveling south and going straight ahead, collided with an object impacting the left front bumper, causing center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. This incident highlights the dangers of distracted and inexperienced motorcycle operation without protective gear.
Distracted Drivers Crash on Merrick Boulevard▸Two westbound cars collided on Merrick Boulevard. Both drivers were hurt. Police blamed driver inattention. One man suffered neck injuries. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two vehicles—a 2010 Ford SUV and a 2005 Dodge sedan—collided while heading west on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s right front bumper, damaging both vehicles. The 53-year-old male SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver distraction on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue. The crash bruised his arm. The car’s front end took the blow. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a northbound sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens at 18:41. The man was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the sedan hit him with its center front end. He suffered contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s location outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No other injuries or errors are cited in the report.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Causes Whiplash▸Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
A motorcycle rider suffered severe leg injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck the bike’s left front quarter panel. The crash happened on Hillside Avenue in Queens, leaving the motorcyclist conscious but fractured and dislocated.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:16 on Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 51-year-old male motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, was traveling northeast while a male SUV driver, licensed in New York, was making a left turn traveling southeast. The SUV struck the motorcycle on its left front quarter panel with the SUV’s center front end. The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the SUV driver’s left turn as the critical action leading to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Chain-Reaction Crash on Merrick Boulevard Injures Driver▸Three vehicles collided in a chain reaction on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The lead driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as key factors. All drivers were licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Merrick Boulevard in Queens at 8:55 a.m. involving three eastbound vehicles: two sedans and one SUV. The driver of the lead vehicle, a 51-year-old male occupant, sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention and following too closely as the primary contributing factors to the crash. The lead vehicle was impacted at the center front end, while the subsequent vehicles struck the center back ends of the cars ahead. All drivers were licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two SUVs Collide on Farmers Boulevard Queens▸Two SUVs traveling eastbound collided on Farmers Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were licensed men. One driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported. Police noted unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:32 AM on Farmers Boulevard in Queens involving two eastbound SUVs. Both drivers were male and licensed in New York. The first vehicle, a 2024 Acura SUV, was struck at the center back end, while the second, a 2021 Jeep SUV, impacted at the center front end. The Acura driver, age 52, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both drivers, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. Neither vehicle showed damage, suggesting a low-impact collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Distracted Motorcycle Driver Injured on Cross Island Parkway▸A 42-year-old male motorcyclist suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, unprotected by safety gear, was distracted and inexperienced, leading to a violent impact and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured at 22:15 on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, who was not wearing any safety equipment, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle, traveling south and going straight ahead, collided with an object impacting the left front bumper, causing center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. This incident highlights the dangers of distracted and inexperienced motorcycle operation without protective gear.
Distracted Drivers Crash on Merrick Boulevard▸Two westbound cars collided on Merrick Boulevard. Both drivers were hurt. Police blamed driver inattention. One man suffered neck injuries. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two vehicles—a 2010 Ford SUV and a 2005 Dodge sedan—collided while heading west on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s right front bumper, damaging both vehicles. The 53-year-old male SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver distraction on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue. The crash bruised his arm. The car’s front end took the blow. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a northbound sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens at 18:41. The man was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the sedan hit him with its center front end. He suffered contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s location outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No other injuries or errors are cited in the report.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Causes Whiplash▸Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Three vehicles collided in a chain reaction on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The lead driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as key factors. All drivers were licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Merrick Boulevard in Queens at 8:55 a.m. involving three eastbound vehicles: two sedans and one SUV. The driver of the lead vehicle, a 51-year-old male occupant, sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention and following too closely as the primary contributing factors to the crash. The lead vehicle was impacted at the center front end, while the subsequent vehicles struck the center back ends of the cars ahead. All drivers were licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two SUVs Collide on Farmers Boulevard Queens▸Two SUVs traveling eastbound collided on Farmers Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were licensed men. One driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported. Police noted unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:32 AM on Farmers Boulevard in Queens involving two eastbound SUVs. Both drivers were male and licensed in New York. The first vehicle, a 2024 Acura SUV, was struck at the center back end, while the second, a 2021 Jeep SUV, impacted at the center front end. The Acura driver, age 52, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both drivers, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. Neither vehicle showed damage, suggesting a low-impact collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Distracted Motorcycle Driver Injured on Cross Island Parkway▸A 42-year-old male motorcyclist suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, unprotected by safety gear, was distracted and inexperienced, leading to a violent impact and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured at 22:15 on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, who was not wearing any safety equipment, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle, traveling south and going straight ahead, collided with an object impacting the left front bumper, causing center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. This incident highlights the dangers of distracted and inexperienced motorcycle operation without protective gear.
Distracted Drivers Crash on Merrick Boulevard▸Two westbound cars collided on Merrick Boulevard. Both drivers were hurt. Police blamed driver inattention. One man suffered neck injuries. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two vehicles—a 2010 Ford SUV and a 2005 Dodge sedan—collided while heading west on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s right front bumper, damaging both vehicles. The 53-year-old male SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver distraction on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue. The crash bruised his arm. The car’s front end took the blow. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a northbound sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens at 18:41. The man was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the sedan hit him with its center front end. He suffered contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s location outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No other injuries or errors are cited in the report.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Causes Whiplash▸Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Two SUVs traveling eastbound collided on Farmers Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were licensed men. One driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported. Police noted unspecified contributing factors but no clear driver errors.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:32 AM on Farmers Boulevard in Queens involving two eastbound SUVs. Both drivers were male and licensed in New York. The first vehicle, a 2024 Acura SUV, was struck at the center back end, while the second, a 2021 Jeep SUV, impacted at the center front end. The Acura driver, age 52, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified for both drivers, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. Neither vehicle showed damage, suggesting a low-impact collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Distracted Motorcycle Driver Injured on Cross Island Parkway▸A 42-year-old male motorcyclist suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, unprotected by safety gear, was distracted and inexperienced, leading to a violent impact and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured at 22:15 on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, who was not wearing any safety equipment, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle, traveling south and going straight ahead, collided with an object impacting the left front bumper, causing center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. This incident highlights the dangers of distracted and inexperienced motorcycle operation without protective gear.
Distracted Drivers Crash on Merrick Boulevard▸Two westbound cars collided on Merrick Boulevard. Both drivers were hurt. Police blamed driver inattention. One man suffered neck injuries. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two vehicles—a 2010 Ford SUV and a 2005 Dodge sedan—collided while heading west on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s right front bumper, damaging both vehicles. The 53-year-old male SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver distraction on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue. The crash bruised his arm. The car’s front end took the blow. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a northbound sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens at 18:41. The man was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the sedan hit him with its center front end. He suffered contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s location outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No other injuries or errors are cited in the report.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Causes Whiplash▸Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
A 42-year-old male motorcyclist suffered a severe arm fracture after a crash on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, unprotected by safety gear, was distracted and inexperienced, leading to a violent impact and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured at 22:15 on Cross Island Parkway. The driver, who was not wearing any safety equipment, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle, traveling south and going straight ahead, collided with an object impacting the left front bumper, causing center front end damage. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. This incident highlights the dangers of distracted and inexperienced motorcycle operation without protective gear.
Distracted Drivers Crash on Merrick Boulevard▸Two westbound cars collided on Merrick Boulevard. Both drivers were hurt. Police blamed driver inattention. One man suffered neck injuries. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two vehicles—a 2010 Ford SUV and a 2005 Dodge sedan—collided while heading west on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s right front bumper, damaging both vehicles. The 53-year-old male SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver distraction on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue. The crash bruised his arm. The car’s front end took the blow. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a northbound sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens at 18:41. The man was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the sedan hit him with its center front end. He suffered contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s location outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No other injuries or errors are cited in the report.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Causes Whiplash▸Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Two westbound cars collided on Merrick Boulevard. Both drivers were hurt. Police blamed driver inattention. One man suffered neck injuries. Metal twisted. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two vehicles—a 2010 Ford SUV and a 2005 Dodge sedan—collided while heading west on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the sedan’s right front bumper, damaging both vehicles. The 53-year-old male SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver distraction on city streets.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Hillside Avenue▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue. The crash bruised his arm. The car’s front end took the blow. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a northbound sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens at 18:41. The man was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the sedan hit him with its center front end. He suffered contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s location outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No other injuries or errors are cited in the report.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Causes Whiplash▸Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
A sedan hit a 32-year-old man crossing Hillside Avenue. The crash bruised his arm. The car’s front end took the blow. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a northbound sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens at 18:41. The man was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal when the sedan hit him with its center front end. He suffered contusions and bruising to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s location outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor. The sedan’s front end was damaged in the impact. No other injuries or errors are cited in the report.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Causes Whiplash▸Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Two SUVs collided on 261 Street in Queens. The impact struck the left side doors of one vehicle, injuring the 24-year-old male driver with facial injuries and whiplash. Police cite traffic control disregard as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:33 on 261 Street in Queens involving two SUVs traveling west and north. The 24-year-old male driver of the westbound SUV suffered facial injuries and whiplash, with an airbag deployed and no ejection from the vehicle. The point of impact was the left side doors of his vehicle, struck by the center front end of the northbound SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead before the collision. The injured driver was in shock but survived with moderate injuries. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan in Queens, Driver Hurt▸SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
SUV slammed into sedan’s front on 241 Street. Woman at the wheel took the blow. Neck injury. Whiplash. Queens traffic, metal and flesh. No clear cause named. Impact left its mark.
According to the police report, an SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan on 241 Street in Queens. Both vehicles were heading east. The sedan’s driver, a 34-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV’s right rear bumper took the hit, but it was not damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No driver errors like failure to yield or speeding are named. The crash shows the harsh toll of rear-end collisions on city streets.
Int 1069-2024Brooks-Powers co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
- File Int 1069-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Brooks-Powers votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Int 1069-2024Lee co-sponsors bill to shorten commercial vehicle parking times, safety impact neutral.▸Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
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File Int 1069-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.
Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.
- File Int 1069-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Int 0346-2024Lee votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety citywide.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Chain-Reaction Crash on Belt Parkway Injures Driver▸A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
A multi-vehicle collision on Belt Parkway left a 29-year-old male driver with neck injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, suffered whiplash but remained conscious.
According to the police report, a chain-reaction crash occurred on Belt Parkway involving multiple sedans and SUVs all traveling eastbound. The collision resulted from driver inattention or distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. A 29-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash. He was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was primarily center back end damage on several vehicles, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
SUV Chain Crash on 225 Street Injures Driver▸SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
SUVs and a sedan slammed together on 225 Street. A 31-year-old man took a hit to the neck. Rear-enders left metal twisted. No pedestrians. No cyclists. Only the crash and its cost.
According to the police report, multiple SUVs and a sedan collided on 225 Street in Queens at 11:05 AM. The crash left a 31-year-old male driver with neck contusions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report notes center front and back end damage, showing a rear-end chain reaction. All vehicles were moving south, with one SUV stopped in traffic before being struck. The police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underlines the danger of rear-end collisions and the risks drivers create in traffic.
Multi-Vehicle Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Four vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway at midday. A 23-year-old male driver suffered back contusions. The crash involved side impacts and lane changes. All drivers were licensed. Injuries were serious but no ejections occurred.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 on Cross Island Parkway involving four vehicles traveling south. One sedan was changing lanes when it impacted another sedan on the left side doors, causing a chain reaction with two SUVs also involved. The 23-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with back contusions and was conscious, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as left and right side doors and rear bumpers, indicating side collisions. All drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead except for one vehicle changing lanes. The contributing factors are unspecified, but the lane change by one sedan likely played a role. No pedestrian or cyclist victims were involved.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue▸A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
A speeding sedan hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 213 Street. The unlicensed driver struck with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and 213 Street in Queens. At 9:15 PM, a 2020 sedan traveling westbound struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The driver was unlicensed and cited for 'Unsafe Speed.' The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body. The report lists the driver’s lack of a valid license and unsafe speed as critical errors leading to the crash. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but driver errors remain the primary cause.
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Driver on Laurelton Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Sedans and SUVs slammed together on Laurelton Parkway. A 59-year-old man, behind the wheel, took the brunt—whiplash, full-body pain. Police cite multiple driver errors. Metal and bodies battered in westbound chaos.
According to the police report, several vehicles collided on Laurelton Parkway at 5:20 a.m., all heading west. A 59-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the main contributing factor, pointing to driver errors in vehicle operation. Sedans and SUVs were involved, with impacts at both front and rear ends, showing a chain-reaction crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data highlights systemic danger in multi-vehicle traffic and repeated failures by drivers to control their vehicles.
4Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Injuring Four▸Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
Two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue. The rear car slammed into the slowing sedan ahead. Four passengers suffered neck and back injuries. Police blame driver distraction. All victims were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens at 2:12 AM. The rear sedan struck the center back end of the front sedan as it slowed or stopped. Four passengers, aged 23 to 36, suffered abrasions and neck or back injuries. All were conscious, not ejected, and wore lap belts and harnesses. The police report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the sole contributing factor. No errors are attributed to the passengers. The crash underscores the danger of distraction behind the wheel.