Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in District 18?
Bronx Streets Run Red—Lower the Speed, Save a Life
District 18: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 8, 2025
Blood on the Crosswalks
In District 18, the street is a gauntlet. Since 2022, 17 people have died and 1,880 have been injured in crashes. Thirty-two suffered wounds so grave they may never walk the same. The dead include children, elders, and workers. The living carry scars.
Just days ago, a Ford Mustang tore through a Bronx intersection, striking six people. The driver and passenger ran. The sidewalk was left with blood and broken glass. “People were yelling, were in pain, so yelling, crying, it was very upsetting,” said Vivian Cole. The youngest victim was 30. The oldest, 79. All were sent to the hospital. None were in a car.
This is not rare. In the last year alone, nine people died on these streets. 526 were hurt. Two of the dead were under 18. The numbers do not slow. The pain does not fade.
Who Pays the Price
Cars and SUVs do most of the killing. Of the pedestrian injuries and deaths, 311 came from cars and SUVs, 25 from trucks and buses, 7 from motorcycles and mopeds, and 9 from bikes (NYC Open Data).
The stories repeat. A 75-year-old man, crossing with the light, struck by a left-turning BMW. A 19-year-old, killed on the Bruckner Expressway. A woman, dead in the crosswalk. The drivers keep going. The city keeps counting.
What Has Been Done—And What Has Not
Council Member Amanda Farías has voted for bills to daylight intersections, redesign truck routes, and lower speed limits on Open Streets. She co-sponsored laws for more school safety signs and speed humps near parks. She voted to legalize jaywalking, ending a law that blamed victims instead of drivers. She voted yes to require quick pavement markings and more transparency in street safety work. These are steps. But the blood keeps flowing.
The city has the power to lower speed limits to 20 mph. It has not done so. The most dangerous drivers—those with dozens of camera tickets—still roam free. “We thought it was a bomb or something, because we are all panicking around here,” said Christina Sieh. The panic is routine. The fear is daily.
Call to Action: No More Waiting
Call Council Member Amanda Farías. Call the Mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand action against repeat offenders. The city has the tools. The bodies in the street are proof that talk is not enough. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Driver Hits Pedestrians At Bronx Crosswalk, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-03
- Bronx Mustang Plows Into Scaffolding, Six Hurt, ABC7, Published 2025-07-03
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765230 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-08
- Mustang Hits Six Pedestrians In Bronx, New York Post, Published 2025-07-03
- Bronx Driver Jumps Curb, Hurts Six, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-03
- Driver Hits Pedestrians At Bronx Crosswalk, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-03
- File Int 0714-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-19
Fix the Problem
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 18
Left-Turning Sedan Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal▸A sedan turns left on Pugsley Avenue. Its bumper slams a young woman’s neck as she crosses with the light. Blood pools on the dark street. The driver looked away. The car is untouched. The woman is not.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Pugsley Avenue near Seward Avenue struck a 24-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the signal. The report states she suffered a neck injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. Police attribute the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The driver, licensed and operating a 2015 Honda sedan, looked away during the turn, according to the narrative. The vehicle sustained no damage. The woman’s action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver’s errors are cited as contributing factors. The collision underscores the persistent danger left-turning vehicles pose to pedestrians in city intersections.
Distracted Driver Kills Teen Pedestrian on Bruckner▸A distracted driver’s right front bumper struck a 19-year-old man walking alone on Bruckner Expressway. The impact broke his body. He died beneath the Bronx sky, silent. The system failed him. The driver’s inattention ended a life.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was killed on Bruckner Expressway when a driver, described in the police report as 'distracted,' struck him with the vehicle’s right front bumper. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:35 a.m. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway' when the collision happened. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The impact caused fatal injuries to the pedestrian’s entire body. No evidence in the police report suggests any contributing behavior by the victim prior to the crash. The driver’s failure to pay attention behind the wheel is the only cited cause, underscoring the persistent danger drivers pose to people on foot.
GMC Pickup Strikes Cyclist Head-On in Bronx▸A 66-year-old man pedaled east on Commonwealth. A northbound GMC pickup hit him head-on. He flew from his bike, skull cracking on Bronx concrete. Blood pooled in the late morning sun. He died there, alone, on the street.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old man was riding his bike eastbound at the corner of Commonwealth and Westchester Avenues in the Bronx when a northbound GMC pickup truck struck him head-on. The report states, 'He flew from the bike, landed hard. His skull hit Bronx concrete. Blood on the street. He died there, alone, in the late morning sun.' The police narrative lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but does not cite any driver-specific errors or violations. The cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered fatal head injuries. The report does not mention helmet use or any other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly impact underscores the vulnerability of people on bikes when confronted by heavy vehicles in city traffic.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On in Bronx▸A sedan slammed into a man crossing Westchester Avenue. His head struck pavement, blood pooling in the crosswalk. The driver behind the wheel had no license. Sirens faded. The street fell silent, danger lingering in the Bronx night.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Westchester Avenue near Beach Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The impact was direct and severe, leaving the pedestrian unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report states the driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. The vehicle, a Mitsubishi sedan, hit the pedestrian head-on at the intersection. The report notes the pedestrian was 'crossing against the signal,' but the most significant systemic danger cited is the presence of an unlicensed driver operating a motor vehicle. The narrative describes a quiet street turned violent, with the victim left motionless in the crosswalk. The report does not list any additional contributing factors from the driver, but the lack of a valid license is a critical failure in the system meant to protect vulnerable road users.
Head-On Crash Between Unlicensed E-Bike and E-Scooter▸Two unlicensed riders collided head-on on Story Avenue. One, sixty-five, bled from the face, helmeted and half-thrown. Distraction ruled the street. Center-front impacts left scars and pain. The Bronx pavement bore witness to inattention’s cost.
According to the police report, two unlicensed men—one operating an e-bike, the other an e-scooter—collided head-on near 1755 Story Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles struck center-front. The report states, 'Distraction guided them,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both operators. One rider, age 65, suffered severe facial bleeding and was partially ejected from his vehicle, though he wore a helmet. The report also notes 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for this injured rider. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the crash. The data highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted operation and improper lane use, especially when riders are unlicensed. The crash left both machines and bodies marked by the consequences of inattention.
Int 0346-2024Farías 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
Sedan Slams Parked Truck, Passenger Bleeds▸A sedan crashed into a parked diesel truck on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Metal tore. A woman in the back seat suffered a bleeding head. She stayed conscious. The ride home ended in shattered glass and silence.
A violent collision unfolded on the Cross Bronx Expressway near 2333 when, according to the police report, a sedan 'slammed into a parked diesel truck.' The report describes the aftermath: 'Metal screamed. In the back seat, a 48-year-old woman bled from the head. She stayed awake.' The injured woman, a right rear passenger, suffered severe lacerations to her head but remained conscious. According to the police report, the sedan was 'going straight ahead' before striking the stationary truck, which was parked at the time of impact. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events makes clear that the moving sedan collided with a non-moving vehicle. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan's impact with a parked vehicle, leaving a passenger wounded amid twisted steel.
Int 0346-2024Farías votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2024-09-10
2Unlicensed Moped Hits Bronx Taxi Mid-Turn▸A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A sedan turns left on Pugsley Avenue. Its bumper slams a young woman’s neck as she crosses with the light. Blood pools on the dark street. The driver looked away. The car is untouched. The woman is not.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Pugsley Avenue near Seward Avenue struck a 24-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the signal. The report states she suffered a neck injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. Police attribute the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The driver, licensed and operating a 2015 Honda sedan, looked away during the turn, according to the narrative. The vehicle sustained no damage. The woman’s action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver’s errors are cited as contributing factors. The collision underscores the persistent danger left-turning vehicles pose to pedestrians in city intersections.
Distracted Driver Kills Teen Pedestrian on Bruckner▸A distracted driver’s right front bumper struck a 19-year-old man walking alone on Bruckner Expressway. The impact broke his body. He died beneath the Bronx sky, silent. The system failed him. The driver’s inattention ended a life.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was killed on Bruckner Expressway when a driver, described in the police report as 'distracted,' struck him with the vehicle’s right front bumper. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:35 a.m. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway' when the collision happened. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The impact caused fatal injuries to the pedestrian’s entire body. No evidence in the police report suggests any contributing behavior by the victim prior to the crash. The driver’s failure to pay attention behind the wheel is the only cited cause, underscoring the persistent danger drivers pose to people on foot.
GMC Pickup Strikes Cyclist Head-On in Bronx▸A 66-year-old man pedaled east on Commonwealth. A northbound GMC pickup hit him head-on. He flew from his bike, skull cracking on Bronx concrete. Blood pooled in the late morning sun. He died there, alone, on the street.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old man was riding his bike eastbound at the corner of Commonwealth and Westchester Avenues in the Bronx when a northbound GMC pickup truck struck him head-on. The report states, 'He flew from the bike, landed hard. His skull hit Bronx concrete. Blood on the street. He died there, alone, in the late morning sun.' The police narrative lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but does not cite any driver-specific errors or violations. The cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered fatal head injuries. The report does not mention helmet use or any other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly impact underscores the vulnerability of people on bikes when confronted by heavy vehicles in city traffic.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On in Bronx▸A sedan slammed into a man crossing Westchester Avenue. His head struck pavement, blood pooling in the crosswalk. The driver behind the wheel had no license. Sirens faded. The street fell silent, danger lingering in the Bronx night.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Westchester Avenue near Beach Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The impact was direct and severe, leaving the pedestrian unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report states the driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. The vehicle, a Mitsubishi sedan, hit the pedestrian head-on at the intersection. The report notes the pedestrian was 'crossing against the signal,' but the most significant systemic danger cited is the presence of an unlicensed driver operating a motor vehicle. The narrative describes a quiet street turned violent, with the victim left motionless in the crosswalk. The report does not list any additional contributing factors from the driver, but the lack of a valid license is a critical failure in the system meant to protect vulnerable road users.
Head-On Crash Between Unlicensed E-Bike and E-Scooter▸Two unlicensed riders collided head-on on Story Avenue. One, sixty-five, bled from the face, helmeted and half-thrown. Distraction ruled the street. Center-front impacts left scars and pain. The Bronx pavement bore witness to inattention’s cost.
According to the police report, two unlicensed men—one operating an e-bike, the other an e-scooter—collided head-on near 1755 Story Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles struck center-front. The report states, 'Distraction guided them,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both operators. One rider, age 65, suffered severe facial bleeding and was partially ejected from his vehicle, though he wore a helmet. The report also notes 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for this injured rider. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the crash. The data highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted operation and improper lane use, especially when riders are unlicensed. The crash left both machines and bodies marked by the consequences of inattention.
Int 0346-2024Farías 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
Sedan Slams Parked Truck, Passenger Bleeds▸A sedan crashed into a parked diesel truck on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Metal tore. A woman in the back seat suffered a bleeding head. She stayed conscious. The ride home ended in shattered glass and silence.
A violent collision unfolded on the Cross Bronx Expressway near 2333 when, according to the police report, a sedan 'slammed into a parked diesel truck.' The report describes the aftermath: 'Metal screamed. In the back seat, a 48-year-old woman bled from the head. She stayed awake.' The injured woman, a right rear passenger, suffered severe lacerations to her head but remained conscious. According to the police report, the sedan was 'going straight ahead' before striking the stationary truck, which was parked at the time of impact. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events makes clear that the moving sedan collided with a non-moving vehicle. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan's impact with a parked vehicle, leaving a passenger wounded amid twisted steel.
Int 0346-2024Farías votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2024-09-10
2Unlicensed Moped Hits Bronx Taxi Mid-Turn▸A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A distracted driver’s right front bumper struck a 19-year-old man walking alone on Bruckner Expressway. The impact broke his body. He died beneath the Bronx sky, silent. The system failed him. The driver’s inattention ended a life.
A 19-year-old pedestrian was killed on Bruckner Expressway when a driver, described in the police report as 'distracted,' struck him with the vehicle’s right front bumper. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:35 a.m. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway' when the collision happened. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The impact caused fatal injuries to the pedestrian’s entire body. No evidence in the police report suggests any contributing behavior by the victim prior to the crash. The driver’s failure to pay attention behind the wheel is the only cited cause, underscoring the persistent danger drivers pose to people on foot.
GMC Pickup Strikes Cyclist Head-On in Bronx▸A 66-year-old man pedaled east on Commonwealth. A northbound GMC pickup hit him head-on. He flew from his bike, skull cracking on Bronx concrete. Blood pooled in the late morning sun. He died there, alone, on the street.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old man was riding his bike eastbound at the corner of Commonwealth and Westchester Avenues in the Bronx when a northbound GMC pickup truck struck him head-on. The report states, 'He flew from the bike, landed hard. His skull hit Bronx concrete. Blood on the street. He died there, alone, in the late morning sun.' The police narrative lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but does not cite any driver-specific errors or violations. The cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered fatal head injuries. The report does not mention helmet use or any other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly impact underscores the vulnerability of people on bikes when confronted by heavy vehicles in city traffic.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On in Bronx▸A sedan slammed into a man crossing Westchester Avenue. His head struck pavement, blood pooling in the crosswalk. The driver behind the wheel had no license. Sirens faded. The street fell silent, danger lingering in the Bronx night.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Westchester Avenue near Beach Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The impact was direct and severe, leaving the pedestrian unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report states the driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. The vehicle, a Mitsubishi sedan, hit the pedestrian head-on at the intersection. The report notes the pedestrian was 'crossing against the signal,' but the most significant systemic danger cited is the presence of an unlicensed driver operating a motor vehicle. The narrative describes a quiet street turned violent, with the victim left motionless in the crosswalk. The report does not list any additional contributing factors from the driver, but the lack of a valid license is a critical failure in the system meant to protect vulnerable road users.
Head-On Crash Between Unlicensed E-Bike and E-Scooter▸Two unlicensed riders collided head-on on Story Avenue. One, sixty-five, bled from the face, helmeted and half-thrown. Distraction ruled the street. Center-front impacts left scars and pain. The Bronx pavement bore witness to inattention’s cost.
According to the police report, two unlicensed men—one operating an e-bike, the other an e-scooter—collided head-on near 1755 Story Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles struck center-front. The report states, 'Distraction guided them,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both operators. One rider, age 65, suffered severe facial bleeding and was partially ejected from his vehicle, though he wore a helmet. The report also notes 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for this injured rider. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the crash. The data highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted operation and improper lane use, especially when riders are unlicensed. The crash left both machines and bodies marked by the consequences of inattention.
Int 0346-2024Farías 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
Sedan Slams Parked Truck, Passenger Bleeds▸A sedan crashed into a parked diesel truck on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Metal tore. A woman in the back seat suffered a bleeding head. She stayed conscious. The ride home ended in shattered glass and silence.
A violent collision unfolded on the Cross Bronx Expressway near 2333 when, according to the police report, a sedan 'slammed into a parked diesel truck.' The report describes the aftermath: 'Metal screamed. In the back seat, a 48-year-old woman bled from the head. She stayed awake.' The injured woman, a right rear passenger, suffered severe lacerations to her head but remained conscious. According to the police report, the sedan was 'going straight ahead' before striking the stationary truck, which was parked at the time of impact. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events makes clear that the moving sedan collided with a non-moving vehicle. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan's impact with a parked vehicle, leaving a passenger wounded amid twisted steel.
Int 0346-2024Farías votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2024-09-10
2Unlicensed Moped Hits Bronx Taxi Mid-Turn▸A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A 66-year-old man pedaled east on Commonwealth. A northbound GMC pickup hit him head-on. He flew from his bike, skull cracking on Bronx concrete. Blood pooled in the late morning sun. He died there, alone, on the street.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old man was riding his bike eastbound at the corner of Commonwealth and Westchester Avenues in the Bronx when a northbound GMC pickup truck struck him head-on. The report states, 'He flew from the bike, landed hard. His skull hit Bronx concrete. Blood on the street. He died there, alone, in the late morning sun.' The police narrative lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, but does not cite any driver-specific errors or violations. The cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered fatal head injuries. The report does not mention helmet use or any other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The deadly impact underscores the vulnerability of people on bikes when confronted by heavy vehicles in city traffic.
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Pedestrian Head-On in Bronx▸A sedan slammed into a man crossing Westchester Avenue. His head struck pavement, blood pooling in the crosswalk. The driver behind the wheel had no license. Sirens faded. The street fell silent, danger lingering in the Bronx night.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Westchester Avenue near Beach Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The impact was direct and severe, leaving the pedestrian unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report states the driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. The vehicle, a Mitsubishi sedan, hit the pedestrian head-on at the intersection. The report notes the pedestrian was 'crossing against the signal,' but the most significant systemic danger cited is the presence of an unlicensed driver operating a motor vehicle. The narrative describes a quiet street turned violent, with the victim left motionless in the crosswalk. The report does not list any additional contributing factors from the driver, but the lack of a valid license is a critical failure in the system meant to protect vulnerable road users.
Head-On Crash Between Unlicensed E-Bike and E-Scooter▸Two unlicensed riders collided head-on on Story Avenue. One, sixty-five, bled from the face, helmeted and half-thrown. Distraction ruled the street. Center-front impacts left scars and pain. The Bronx pavement bore witness to inattention’s cost.
According to the police report, two unlicensed men—one operating an e-bike, the other an e-scooter—collided head-on near 1755 Story Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles struck center-front. The report states, 'Distraction guided them,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both operators. One rider, age 65, suffered severe facial bleeding and was partially ejected from his vehicle, though he wore a helmet. The report also notes 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for this injured rider. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the crash. The data highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted operation and improper lane use, especially when riders are unlicensed. The crash left both machines and bodies marked by the consequences of inattention.
Int 0346-2024Farías 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
Sedan Slams Parked Truck, Passenger Bleeds▸A sedan crashed into a parked diesel truck on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Metal tore. A woman in the back seat suffered a bleeding head. She stayed conscious. The ride home ended in shattered glass and silence.
A violent collision unfolded on the Cross Bronx Expressway near 2333 when, according to the police report, a sedan 'slammed into a parked diesel truck.' The report describes the aftermath: 'Metal screamed. In the back seat, a 48-year-old woman bled from the head. She stayed awake.' The injured woman, a right rear passenger, suffered severe lacerations to her head but remained conscious. According to the police report, the sedan was 'going straight ahead' before striking the stationary truck, which was parked at the time of impact. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events makes clear that the moving sedan collided with a non-moving vehicle. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan's impact with a parked vehicle, leaving a passenger wounded amid twisted steel.
Int 0346-2024Farías votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2024-09-10
2Unlicensed Moped Hits Bronx Taxi Mid-Turn▸A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A sedan slammed into a man crossing Westchester Avenue. His head struck pavement, blood pooling in the crosswalk. The driver behind the wheel had no license. Sirens faded. The street fell silent, danger lingering in the Bronx night.
A 34-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Westchester Avenue near Beach Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The impact was direct and severe, leaving the pedestrian unconscious with a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report states the driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. The vehicle, a Mitsubishi sedan, hit the pedestrian head-on at the intersection. The report notes the pedestrian was 'crossing against the signal,' but the most significant systemic danger cited is the presence of an unlicensed driver operating a motor vehicle. The narrative describes a quiet street turned violent, with the victim left motionless in the crosswalk. The report does not list any additional contributing factors from the driver, but the lack of a valid license is a critical failure in the system meant to protect vulnerable road users.
Head-On Crash Between Unlicensed E-Bike and E-Scooter▸Two unlicensed riders collided head-on on Story Avenue. One, sixty-five, bled from the face, helmeted and half-thrown. Distraction ruled the street. Center-front impacts left scars and pain. The Bronx pavement bore witness to inattention’s cost.
According to the police report, two unlicensed men—one operating an e-bike, the other an e-scooter—collided head-on near 1755 Story Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles struck center-front. The report states, 'Distraction guided them,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both operators. One rider, age 65, suffered severe facial bleeding and was partially ejected from his vehicle, though he wore a helmet. The report also notes 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for this injured rider. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the crash. The data highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted operation and improper lane use, especially when riders are unlicensed. The crash left both machines and bodies marked by the consequences of inattention.
Int 0346-2024Farías 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
Sedan Slams Parked Truck, Passenger Bleeds▸A sedan crashed into a parked diesel truck on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Metal tore. A woman in the back seat suffered a bleeding head. She stayed conscious. The ride home ended in shattered glass and silence.
A violent collision unfolded on the Cross Bronx Expressway near 2333 when, according to the police report, a sedan 'slammed into a parked diesel truck.' The report describes the aftermath: 'Metal screamed. In the back seat, a 48-year-old woman bled from the head. She stayed awake.' The injured woman, a right rear passenger, suffered severe lacerations to her head but remained conscious. According to the police report, the sedan was 'going straight ahead' before striking the stationary truck, which was parked at the time of impact. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events makes clear that the moving sedan collided with a non-moving vehicle. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan's impact with a parked vehicle, leaving a passenger wounded amid twisted steel.
Int 0346-2024Farías votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2024-09-10
2Unlicensed Moped Hits Bronx Taxi Mid-Turn▸A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Two unlicensed riders collided head-on on Story Avenue. One, sixty-five, bled from the face, helmeted and half-thrown. Distraction ruled the street. Center-front impacts left scars and pain. The Bronx pavement bore witness to inattention’s cost.
According to the police report, two unlicensed men—one operating an e-bike, the other an e-scooter—collided head-on near 1755 Story Avenue in the Bronx. Both vehicles struck center-front. The report states, 'Distraction guided them,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both operators. One rider, age 65, suffered severe facial bleeding and was partially ejected from his vehicle, though he wore a helmet. The report also notes 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for this injured rider. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before the crash. The data highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted operation and improper lane use, especially when riders are unlicensed. The crash left both machines and bodies marked by the consequences of inattention.
Int 0346-2024Farías 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
Sedan Slams Parked Truck, Passenger Bleeds▸A sedan crashed into a parked diesel truck on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Metal tore. A woman in the back seat suffered a bleeding head. She stayed conscious. The ride home ended in shattered glass and silence.
A violent collision unfolded on the Cross Bronx Expressway near 2333 when, according to the police report, a sedan 'slammed into a parked diesel truck.' The report describes the aftermath: 'Metal screamed. In the back seat, a 48-year-old woman bled from the head. She stayed awake.' The injured woman, a right rear passenger, suffered severe lacerations to her head but remained conscious. According to the police report, the sedan was 'going straight ahead' before striking the stationary truck, which was parked at the time of impact. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events makes clear that the moving sedan collided with a non-moving vehicle. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan's impact with a parked vehicle, leaving a passenger wounded amid twisted steel.
Int 0346-2024Farías votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2024-09-10
2Unlicensed Moped Hits Bronx Taxi Mid-Turn▸A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
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
Sedan Slams Parked Truck, Passenger Bleeds▸A sedan crashed into a parked diesel truck on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Metal tore. A woman in the back seat suffered a bleeding head. She stayed conscious. The ride home ended in shattered glass and silence.
A violent collision unfolded on the Cross Bronx Expressway near 2333 when, according to the police report, a sedan 'slammed into a parked diesel truck.' The report describes the aftermath: 'Metal screamed. In the back seat, a 48-year-old woman bled from the head. She stayed awake.' The injured woman, a right rear passenger, suffered severe lacerations to her head but remained conscious. According to the police report, the sedan was 'going straight ahead' before striking the stationary truck, which was parked at the time of impact. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events makes clear that the moving sedan collided with a non-moving vehicle. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan's impact with a parked vehicle, leaving a passenger wounded amid twisted steel.
Int 0346-2024Farías votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2024-09-10
2Unlicensed Moped Hits Bronx Taxi Mid-Turn▸A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A sedan crashed into a parked diesel truck on the Cross Bronx Expressway. Metal tore. A woman in the back seat suffered a bleeding head. She stayed conscious. The ride home ended in shattered glass and silence.
A violent collision unfolded on the Cross Bronx Expressway near 2333 when, according to the police report, a sedan 'slammed into a parked diesel truck.' The report describes the aftermath: 'Metal screamed. In the back seat, a 48-year-old woman bled from the head. She stayed awake.' The injured woman, a right rear passenger, suffered severe lacerations to her head but remained conscious. According to the police report, the sedan was 'going straight ahead' before striking the stationary truck, which was parked at the time of impact. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events makes clear that the moving sedan collided with a non-moving vehicle. No victim actions are cited as contributing factors. The focus remains on the sedan's impact with a parked vehicle, leaving a passenger wounded amid twisted steel.
Int 0346-2024Farías votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2024-09-10
2Unlicensed Moped Hits Bronx Taxi Mid-Turn▸A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
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 2024-09-10
2Unlicensed Moped Hits Bronx Taxi Mid-Turn▸A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A moped collided with a taxi making a U-turn on Westchester Avenue. The unlicensed rider, helmetless, was ejected, suffering a severe head injury. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe speed as key factors in the violent crash.
According to the police report, near 2511 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, a moped traveling northbound struck a taxi making a U-turn southbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the moped's center front end. The 21-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained a severe head injury with significant bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle during the turn. The moped rider's unlicensed status and lack of helmet are noted but secondary to the primary driver errors. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe speeds, especially to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Farías votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
2Speeding Yamaha Crash Kills Rider, Teen Passenger▸A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A 2007 Yamaha motorcycle tore down Commerce Avenue, Bronx, turning left at unsafe speed. The unlicensed rider and his 13-year-old passenger, both helmetless, were ejected and struck the pavement headfirst. Both died instantly in the darkness.
According to the police report, a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling at unsafe speed on Commerce Avenue near Newbold Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle, operated by a 21-year-old unlicensed rider, attempted a left turn and lost control. The report states both the rider and his 13-year-old passenger were ejected from the motorcycle, striking the pavement headfirst. Both individuals suffered fatal head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Neither the rider nor the passenger was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The crash occurred in the early morning darkness, underscoring the lethal consequences of high speed and improper turning on city streets.
E-Bike Rider Dies in Westchester Avenue Collision▸A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
-
File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A 26-year-old man on an e-bike struck a car’s side on Westchester Avenue. His head smashed. Blood pooled beneath the streetlights. No helmet. Right-of-way denied. He died where no one yielded.
A 26-year-old man riding an e-bike was killed after striking the side of a car near 1957 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 21:55. The report states the bicyclist suffered fatal head injuries and internal bleeding, dying at the scene. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, emphasizing that the right-of-way was not given. The narrative notes, 'No helmet. Head smashed. Internal bleeding. He died beneath the streetlights, where the right-of-way was not his, and no one yielded.' The police report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor prior to the collision. The focus remains on the failure to yield, a recurring danger on city streets.
Two Sedans Collide, Driver Crushed in Bronx▸Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Steel twisted in the Bronx night. Two sedans slammed together on Guerlain Street. A 46-year-old man, trapped and conscious, suffered crushing injuries as metal folded around him. His body bore the violence, his cries lost in the dark.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Guerlain Street near White Plains Road in the Bronx at 12:48 a.m. The crash left a 46-year-old male driver with severe crush injuries, conscious but pinned behind the wheel. The report describes the scene: 'A 46-year-old man, crushed and conscious, lay broken behind the wheel. His body screamed where no one answered, steel folded around him like a closing fist.' Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with one sedan's left rear bumper and the other's center front end absorbing the impact. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers, offering no further detail on the cause. No mention is made of victim behavior or safety equipment. The collision underscores the ever-present danger faced by vehicle occupants on city streets, especially in the absence of clear contributing factors.
Hit-and-Run Driver Shatters Pedestrian’s Pelvis▸A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A man crossing East Tremont Avenue was struck and left bleeding in the street. The driver vanished into the night. No tire marks. No words. Only pain and the echo of fleeing wheels in the Bronx darkness.
A 56-year-old man was crossing East Tremont Avenue near 2380 when a vehicle struck him and fled the scene, according to the police report. The report describes the victim as lying conscious in the dark, pelvis shattered, blood pooling on the asphalt. The driver did not stop, leaving no tire marks and offering no aid or explanation. The police report does not list any contributing factors for the driver or the pedestrian, but it makes clear the driver’s actions: striking a pedestrian and fleeing. The victim suffered severe bleeding and a broken pelvis. The report’s narrative underscores the violence and abandonment: 'No tire marks. No words. Just pain.'
Res 0079-2024Farías votes yes to lower Open Streets speed limit, improving safety.▸Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
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File Res 0079-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.
Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.
- File Res 0079-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-06-06
Sedan Strikes Infant Pedestrian on Westchester Avenue▸A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A sedan hit a baby girl on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth. She lay conscious, her head bleeding, skin torn. The night swallowed her cries. Metal and dark streets bore down. No driver error listed. Only silence and injury remain.
A sedan struck a baby girl pedestrian on Westchester Avenue near Commonwealth Avenue in the Bronx, according to the police report. The report states the child was left conscious but suffering from severe head lacerations and torn skin. The narrative reads: 'A sedan struck a baby girl. She lay conscious, head bleeding, skin torn. No name. No voice but the cry swallowed by dark streets and steel.' The police report does not list any specific driver errors or contributing factors for this crash. No information is provided about the actions of the victim prior to the collision. The focus remains on the impact and the resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian, as documented by responding officers.
E-Scooter Rider Crushed by Ford on White Plains Road▸A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
A 22-year-old woman riding an e-scooter north on White Plains Road collided with a Ford’s side. Metal struck flesh. Her body was crushed. The police report cites driver inattention. The street fell silent after the impact.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old woman operating an e-scooter was traveling straight north on White Plains Road near Bruckner Boulevard when she collided with the left side doors of a westbound 2022 Ford. The report states the e-scooter rider suffered crush injuries to her entire body. The crash occurred at 19:58. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the collision. Both vehicles were reported to be going straight at the time of impact. The narrative describes, 'Her body was crushed. She was going straight. So was he. One moment of inattention. Then metal. Then silence.' The police report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The focus remains on driver distraction as a systemic danger on city streets.
Int 0856-2024Farías co-sponsors bill raising ATV and dirt bike fines, safety unchanged.▸Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0856-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.
Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File Int 0856-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18
Int 0857-2024Farías co-sponsors bill to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-04-18
Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.
Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18