Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bellerose?
Who Pays for Complacency? Bellerose Bleeds, Leaders Stall
Bellerose: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Toll in Bellerose: No Deaths, But the Wounds Run Deep
In Bellerose, the numbers do not scream, but they do not lie. Since 2022, one person has died, and 438 have been injured in 751 crashes. Children, elders, workers—no one is spared. In the last year alone, 168 people were hurt. Nineteen were under 18. The oldest victim was 92, killed behind the wheel, airbag deployed, life ended on Union Turnpike. The young are bruised, the old are broken, and the rest carry the scars.
Recent Crashes: The Same Story, Again and Again
The pattern is relentless. On June 13, a 30-year-old woman was left with a head injury after her SUV struck another car on the Grand Central Parkway.NYC Open Data On June 4, a 38-year-old man was bruised in a crash at Jericho Turnpike.NYC Open Data On May 16, a 21-year-old woman suffered abdominal pain after a collision on the Cross Island Parkway.NYC Open Data The details change. The pain does not.
Most injuries come from cars and SUVs. In three years, not a single pedestrian was killed by a bike or moped. But sedans and SUVs have left dozens of pedestrians hurt. The numbers are cold, but the truth is clear: the danger comes from heavy, fast machines.
What Leaders Have Done—and What They Haven’t
Local leaders have moved, but not always forward. State Senator Toby Stavisky voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat speeders to install speed-limiting devices. Assembly Member Ed Braunstein voted to extend school speed zones, protecting children at the curb. Council Member Linda Lee, meanwhile, co-sponsored a bill to let ambulettes double-park and block bus lanes, squeezing the most vulnerable at the curb.
Some leaders fight for safety. Others make it harder to walk, ride, or wait for a bus.
The Call: Demand More Than Words
This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made upstream. Call your council member. Call your state senator. Tell them: Enough. No more loopholes for drivers. No more blocked bus lanes. No more waiting for the next name to become a number.
Demand action. Demand safe streets. Demand it now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- MTA Bus Slams Curb, Injures Seven, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820138 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
- E-Bike Rider Killed In Police Chase, New York Post, Published 2025-07-13
- Eight Injured As MTA Bus Hits Pole, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- Chain-Reaction Crash Kills Two On Belt Parkway, amny, Published 2025-07-10
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Bellerose
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
Astoria Businesses Sue Over Bike Lane▸Astoria shopkeepers fight a protected bike lane on 31st Street. They claim city plans threaten their business and public safety. The lawsuit lands in Queens Supreme Court. The city faces pushback, progress stalls.
NY1 reported on August 11, 2025, that over a dozen Astoria business owners filed suit to block a protected bike lane on 31st Street. The petition, lodged in Queens Supreme Court, claims the redesign from 36th Avenue to Newton Avenue would 'hurt their day-to-day operations and jeopardize public safety.' Owners accuse the city of acting in an 'arbitrary and capricious' way, moving forward despite objections. The case highlights ongoing tension between street safety projects and local business concerns. The outcome could shape future protected bike lane installations citywide.
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Astoria Businesses Sue Over Bike Lane,
NY1,
Published 2025-08-11
SUVs Collide at 248-55 89 Ave, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed in Queens. Impact struck right front bumpers. A 73-year-old woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 248-55 89 Ave in Queens. A 73-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed. Both vehicles struck at the right front bumper. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene. No other injuries were specified.
Braunstein Opposes Creedmoor Density Cuts Hurting Safety▸Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
Improper Turn on Hillside Ave Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Ave. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at Hillside Ave and Manor Rd in Queens. According to the police report, one vehicle was going straight while the other made a left turn. The crash left a 55-year-old male driver injured with a head abrasion. Police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 13-year-old passenger and an infant, were not reported injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when drivers turn improperly.
Two Children Hurt in Jericho Turnpike Crash▸SUV and sedans collided on Jericho Turnpike. Two girls, ages 13 and 11, suffered leg and back injuries. Impact left them conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two vehicles, an SUV and two sedans, collided near 245-19 Jericho Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, a 13-year-old girl in the front seat suffered abrasions to her leg and foot. An 11-year-old girl in the rear seat reported back pain and nausea. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report marks all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite inattention and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with shock.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway northbound at Hillside Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body, reporting whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV struck the sedan from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main cause. Lap belts were noted for the injured driver, but only after driver inattention and tailgating.
3Quadricycle and SUV Crash Injures Three in Queens▸On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
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Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
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City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
Astoria Businesses Sue Over Bike Lane▸Astoria shopkeepers fight a protected bike lane on 31st Street. They claim city plans threaten their business and public safety. The lawsuit lands in Queens Supreme Court. The city faces pushback, progress stalls.
NY1 reported on August 11, 2025, that over a dozen Astoria business owners filed suit to block a protected bike lane on 31st Street. The petition, lodged in Queens Supreme Court, claims the redesign from 36th Avenue to Newton Avenue would 'hurt their day-to-day operations and jeopardize public safety.' Owners accuse the city of acting in an 'arbitrary and capricious' way, moving forward despite objections. The case highlights ongoing tension between street safety projects and local business concerns. The outcome could shape future protected bike lane installations citywide.
-
Astoria Businesses Sue Over Bike Lane,
NY1,
Published 2025-08-11
SUVs Collide at 248-55 89 Ave, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed in Queens. Impact struck right front bumpers. A 73-year-old woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 248-55 89 Ave in Queens. A 73-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed. Both vehicles struck at the right front bumper. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene. No other injuries were specified.
Braunstein Opposes Creedmoor Density Cuts Hurting Safety▸Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
Improper Turn on Hillside Ave Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Ave. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at Hillside Ave and Manor Rd in Queens. According to the police report, one vehicle was going straight while the other made a left turn. The crash left a 55-year-old male driver injured with a head abrasion. Police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 13-year-old passenger and an infant, were not reported injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when drivers turn improperly.
Two Children Hurt in Jericho Turnpike Crash▸SUV and sedans collided on Jericho Turnpike. Two girls, ages 13 and 11, suffered leg and back injuries. Impact left them conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two vehicles, an SUV and two sedans, collided near 245-19 Jericho Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, a 13-year-old girl in the front seat suffered abrasions to her leg and foot. An 11-year-old girl in the rear seat reported back pain and nausea. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report marks all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite inattention and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with shock.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway northbound at Hillside Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body, reporting whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV struck the sedan from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main cause. Lap belts were noted for the injured driver, but only after driver inattention and tailgating.
3Quadricycle and SUV Crash Injures Three in Queens▸On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
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Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
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City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Astoria shopkeepers fight a protected bike lane on 31st Street. They claim city plans threaten their business and public safety. The lawsuit lands in Queens Supreme Court. The city faces pushback, progress stalls.
NY1 reported on August 11, 2025, that over a dozen Astoria business owners filed suit to block a protected bike lane on 31st Street. The petition, lodged in Queens Supreme Court, claims the redesign from 36th Avenue to Newton Avenue would 'hurt their day-to-day operations and jeopardize public safety.' Owners accuse the city of acting in an 'arbitrary and capricious' way, moving forward despite objections. The case highlights ongoing tension between street safety projects and local business concerns. The outcome could shape future protected bike lane installations citywide.
- Astoria Businesses Sue Over Bike Lane, NY1, Published 2025-08-11
SUVs Collide at 248-55 89 Ave, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed in Queens. Impact struck right front bumpers. A 73-year-old woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 248-55 89 Ave in Queens. A 73-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed. Both vehicles struck at the right front bumper. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene. No other injuries were specified.
Braunstein Opposes Creedmoor Density Cuts Hurting Safety▸Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
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NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
Improper Turn on Hillside Ave Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Ave. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at Hillside Ave and Manor Rd in Queens. According to the police report, one vehicle was going straight while the other made a left turn. The crash left a 55-year-old male driver injured with a head abrasion. Police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 13-year-old passenger and an infant, were not reported injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when drivers turn improperly.
Two Children Hurt in Jericho Turnpike Crash▸SUV and sedans collided on Jericho Turnpike. Two girls, ages 13 and 11, suffered leg and back injuries. Impact left them conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two vehicles, an SUV and two sedans, collided near 245-19 Jericho Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, a 13-year-old girl in the front seat suffered abrasions to her leg and foot. An 11-year-old girl in the rear seat reported back pain and nausea. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report marks all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite inattention and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with shock.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway northbound at Hillside Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body, reporting whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV struck the sedan from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main cause. Lap belts were noted for the injured driver, but only after driver inattention and tailgating.
3Quadricycle and SUV Crash Injures Three in Queens▸On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
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Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
-
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Two SUVs crashed in Queens. Impact struck right front bumpers. A 73-year-old woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at 248-55 89 Ave in Queens. A 73-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed. Both vehicles struck at the right front bumper. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene. No other injuries were specified.
Braunstein Opposes Creedmoor Density Cuts Hurting Safety▸Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
Improper Turn on Hillside Ave Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Ave. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at Hillside Ave and Manor Rd in Queens. According to the police report, one vehicle was going straight while the other made a left turn. The crash left a 55-year-old male driver injured with a head abrasion. Police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 13-year-old passenger and an infant, were not reported injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when drivers turn improperly.
Two Children Hurt in Jericho Turnpike Crash▸SUV and sedans collided on Jericho Turnpike. Two girls, ages 13 and 11, suffered leg and back injuries. Impact left them conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two vehicles, an SUV and two sedans, collided near 245-19 Jericho Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, a 13-year-old girl in the front seat suffered abrasions to her leg and foot. An 11-year-old girl in the rear seat reported back pain and nausea. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report marks all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite inattention and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with shock.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway northbound at Hillside Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body, reporting whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV struck the sedan from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main cause. Lap belts were noted for the injured driver, but only after driver inattention and tailgating.
3Quadricycle and SUV Crash Injures Three in Queens▸On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
-
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
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City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
- NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-07
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
Improper Turn on Hillside Ave Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Ave. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at Hillside Ave and Manor Rd in Queens. According to the police report, one vehicle was going straight while the other made a left turn. The crash left a 55-year-old male driver injured with a head abrasion. Police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 13-year-old passenger and an infant, were not reported injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when drivers turn improperly.
Two Children Hurt in Jericho Turnpike Crash▸SUV and sedans collided on Jericho Turnpike. Two girls, ages 13 and 11, suffered leg and back injuries. Impact left them conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two vehicles, an SUV and two sedans, collided near 245-19 Jericho Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, a 13-year-old girl in the front seat suffered abrasions to her leg and foot. An 11-year-old girl in the rear seat reported back pain and nausea. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report marks all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite inattention and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with shock.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway northbound at Hillside Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body, reporting whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV struck the sedan from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main cause. Lap belts were noted for the injured driver, but only after driver inattention and tailgating.
3Quadricycle and SUV Crash Injures Three in Queens▸On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
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Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
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City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
- Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street, New York Post, Published 2025-08-01
Improper Turn on Hillside Ave Injures Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Hillside Ave. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at Hillside Ave and Manor Rd in Queens. According to the police report, one vehicle was going straight while the other made a left turn. The crash left a 55-year-old male driver injured with a head abrasion. Police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 13-year-old passenger and an infant, were not reported injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when drivers turn improperly.
Two Children Hurt in Jericho Turnpike Crash▸SUV and sedans collided on Jericho Turnpike. Two girls, ages 13 and 11, suffered leg and back injuries. Impact left them conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two vehicles, an SUV and two sedans, collided near 245-19 Jericho Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, a 13-year-old girl in the front seat suffered abrasions to her leg and foot. An 11-year-old girl in the rear seat reported back pain and nausea. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report marks all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite inattention and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with shock.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway northbound at Hillside Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body, reporting whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV struck the sedan from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main cause. Lap belts were noted for the injured driver, but only after driver inattention and tailgating.
3Quadricycle and SUV Crash Injures Three in Queens▸On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
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Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Two SUVs collided on Hillside Ave. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two station wagons collided at Hillside Ave and Manor Rd in Queens. According to the police report, one vehicle was going straight while the other made a left turn. The crash left a 55-year-old male driver injured with a head abrasion. Police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 13-year-old passenger and an infant, were not reported injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when drivers turn improperly.
Two Children Hurt in Jericho Turnpike Crash▸SUV and sedans collided on Jericho Turnpike. Two girls, ages 13 and 11, suffered leg and back injuries. Impact left them conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two vehicles, an SUV and two sedans, collided near 245-19 Jericho Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, a 13-year-old girl in the front seat suffered abrasions to her leg and foot. An 11-year-old girl in the rear seat reported back pain and nausea. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report marks all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite inattention and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with shock.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway northbound at Hillside Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body, reporting whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV struck the sedan from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main cause. Lap belts were noted for the injured driver, but only after driver inattention and tailgating.
3Quadricycle and SUV Crash Injures Three in Queens▸On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
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Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
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City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
SUV and sedans collided on Jericho Turnpike. Two girls, ages 13 and 11, suffered leg and back injuries. Impact left them conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain unforgiving.
Two vehicles, an SUV and two sedans, collided near 245-19 Jericho Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, a 13-year-old girl in the front seat suffered abrasions to her leg and foot. An 11-year-old girl in the rear seat reported back pain and nausea. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The police report marks all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
SUV Rear-Ended Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite inattention and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with shock.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway northbound at Hillside Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body, reporting whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV struck the sedan from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main cause. Lap belts were noted for the injured driver, but only after driver inattention and tailgating.
3Quadricycle and SUV Crash Injures Three in Queens▸On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
-
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
-
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite inattention and tailgating. Metal crumpled. Night air thick with shock.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway northbound at Hillside Avenue involved a sedan and an SUV. One driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body, reporting whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' were listed as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the SUV struck the sedan from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main cause. Lap belts were noted for the injured driver, but only after driver inattention and tailgating.
3Quadricycle and SUV Crash Injures Three in Queens▸On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
-
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
On 86th Avenue, a quadricycle and SUV collided. Three people suffered neck and back injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met metal. Passengers paid the price.
A quadricycle and an SUV crashed on 86th Avenue at Commonwealth Boulevard in Queens. Three occupants, including a 20-year-old male driver and two male passengers aged 21 and 30, sustained neck and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred. The impact left bruises and pain for those inside. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors.
Multiple Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
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Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
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City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Four sedans slammed together on Grand Central Parkway. One passenger suffered chest injuries. The crash left metal twisted, lives shaken. No clear cause named in the police report.
Four sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 35-year-old male passenger suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers, had unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are named. The impact points show heavy front and rear damage across vehicles. The crash left one person hurt and several shaken, but the police report gives no reason for the collision.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
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Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
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City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
-
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
-
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
-
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
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City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
-
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
-
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
-
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
-
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
-
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
-
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
-
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train▸A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
-
Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train,
amny,
Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
-
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.
According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.
- Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train, amny, Published 2025-07-08
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash▸City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
-
City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.
- City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash, New York Post, Published 2025-07-05
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run,
New York Post,
Published 2025-06-24
A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.
According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.
- Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run, New York Post, Published 2025-06-24