Crash Count for Port Richmond
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 721
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 350
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 90
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 4
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Port Richmond?

Port Richmond Bleeds While City Leaders Look Away

Port Richmond Bleeds While City Leaders Look Away

Port Richmond: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

Blood on Port Richmond’s Streets

A man runs a red light. A child is struck crossing with the signal. The street does not care. In Port Richmond, the numbers pile up. Since 2022, one person is dead, three are seriously hurt, and 303 have been injured in 640 crashes (NYC crash data).

Last year, a sedan hit a man crossing Post Avenue. He died at the intersection. The record shows: chest wounds, severe bleeding, killed while walking with the light. The car kept going. The street stayed the same.

The Cost of Delay

No child should be in danger just walking home. Yet in April, a four-year-old girl riding on a bike was hit by an SUV on Rector Street. She survived. Her scars will last. The driver kept going straight. The city kept talking about safety.

On May 11, police tried to stop a Nissan SUV for tinted windows. The driver sped off, crashed into a police car, and opened fire. “The gunman smashed his Nissan into the police car and then opened fire on the vehicle, striking it but missing the officers inside” (reported the New York Post). Two officers were cut by glass. Two guns were found in the car. The SUV had 27 violations, five for speeding. The system let it roll.

Leadership: Words and Silence

The city says it is acting. Speed cameras. Lower speed limits. But the deaths keep coming. No council member, no local leader has stood in Port Richmond to say, “Enough.” The silence is loud. The laws are slow. The streets are fast.

What Now? Demand Action

The disaster is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed cameras that never go dark. Demand streets that put children before cars. If leaders will not act, replace them.

Take action now.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Charles Fall
Assembly Member Charles Fall
District 61
District Office:
250 Broadway 22nd Floor Suite 2203, New York, NY 10007
Legislative Office:
Room 729, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Kamillah Hanks
Council Member Kamillah Hanks
District 49
District Office:
130 Stuyvesant Place, 6th Floor, Staten Island, NY 10301
718-556-7370
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1813, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6972
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
District 23
District Office:
2875 W. 8th St. Unit #3, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Legislative Office:
Room 617, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247

Traffic Safety Timeline for Port Richmond

Fall Opposes Casino Traffic Congestion and Parking Overload

Coney Island casino plan means thousands more cars. Roads will clog. Parking will vanish. Environmental review shows danger for anyone not behind the wheel.

On August 9, 2025, an environmental impact assessment flagged the proposed Coney Island casino as a threat to street safety. The report, filed with the casino’s license bid, warns: 'The proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Reporter Kirstyn Brendlen covered the findings. No council members sponsored or voted, but the review shows the casino could bring thousands of cars daily. The safety analyst notes: increased car traffic and parking demand will heighten risks for pedestrians and cyclists, discourage active transportation, and undermine street safety and equity. The system tips toward drivers. The vulnerable pay the price.


Fall Supports Safety Boosting Canal Street Redesign and Measures

DOT drops speed limit, narrows lanes, and adds barriers at Canal Street after deadly crash. Pedestrians and cyclists get overdue protection. Full redesign still lags.

On August 8, 2025, the NYC DOT announced new safety measures at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street terminus. The agency will lower the speed limit from 35 to 20 mph, narrow two travel lanes, and install concrete barriers after a driver killed a cyclist and pedestrian. David Meyer reported the announcement. No council member sponsored or voted. DOT says it will fast-track community engagement for a full redesign. Lowering speed limits reduces crash severity and likelihood, especially for pedestrians and cyclists near busy bridge exits, and follows best safety practices.


Fall Supports Enforcement Based Road Safety Policies

Kea Wilson spotlights Canada’s safer roads. U.S. deaths climb. Canada cuts bloodshed. Enforcement works there. Politics block change here. Vulnerable users pay the price.

On August 7, 2025, Kea Wilson published a policy analysis in Streetsblog NYC. The piece, 'Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,' reviews a study showing Canada’s enforcement—like speed cameras and seat belt laws—cuts road deaths. Wilson urges the U.S. to learn from Canada but notes political barriers. No council bill or vote is attached. The statement is too vague to assess specific safety impacts, as it does not identify which Canadian roadway laws would be implemented or how they would affect pedestrians and cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed while proven fixes stall.


Bus Strikes Teen Moped Rider on Park Ave

A bus hit a 13-year-old moped rider on Park Ave. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets failed the vulnerable again.

A bus and a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped driver was left unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The bus driver, age 69, was not reported injured. No other injuries were documented. The report does not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The data lists no helmet or signal issues for the moped rider. The crash highlights the risk faced by young, unprotected road users when drivers ignore traffic rules.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4833030 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes

Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.

According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.


SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on Castleton

SUV struck cyclist on Castleton Avenue. Driver distracted. Cyclist suffered arm injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.

A station wagon SUV and a bike collided at 1335 Castleton Avenue in Staten Island. The 25-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining bruises and arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The SUV driver, age 64, was listed as the source of these errors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s failures. The crash left the cyclist hurt while the SUV driver was uninjured. Streets remain hazardous for those outside a car.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4832565 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
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Rear-End Crash on Richmond Terrace Injures Two

Two passengers hurt when sedan slams into another on Richmond Terrace. Police cite driver distraction. Impact leaves a child and adult in shock, suffering whiplash and pain.

A crash on Richmond Terrace at Park Avenue involved two sedans. According to the police report, both cars were westbound when one sedan, starting in traffic, struck another stopped sedan from behind. Two passengers—a 12-year-old girl and a 29-year-old woman—were injured, suffering whiplash and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. All injured were inside the vehicles and wore seat belts. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831751 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Fall Supports Mayor Adams Opposing Safety Boosting Third Avenue Redesign

Mayor Adams stalled Third Avenue’s redesign. He once called it urgent. Now, cyclists and walkers face the same deadly street. Cars dominate. Promises break. Blood stains linger.

On July 17, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams delayed Brooklyn’s Third Avenue safety redesign. The project, once 'at the top of our list,' now sits idle. Streetsblog NYC reported the mayor’s reversal. No council vote or committee action is recorded. Adams’s move keeps pedestrians and cyclists exposed to known hazards. A safety analyst notes: Delaying redesign postpones critical improvements, keeps dangers in place, and discourages walking and biking. The city’s inaction leaves Third Avenue deadly for all outside a car.


Fall Defends NYPD Amid Deadly High Speed Chase Allegations

Ex-Commissioner Tom Donlon says Adams insiders fueled deadly NYPD chases. Cyclists, kids, and bystanders paid. Streets turned chaotic. Policy ignored. Trust shattered. Vulnerable road users left exposed.

""The NYPD is led by the best, brightest and most honorable professionals in the nation — and their results speak for themselves: crime continues to fall across the city, with shootings at the lowest level in recorded history. We will respond in court, where we are confident these absurd claims will be disproven."" -- Charles Fall

On July 16, 2025, former NYPD Commissioner Tom Donlon filed a civil racketeering suit, alleging 'deadly and unconstitutional high-speed vehicle chases' under Mayor Adams. The complaint, reported by Streetsblog NYC, claims the NYPD's Community Response Team operated as a rogue unit, answerable only to City Hall, with Deputy Mayor Kaz Daughtry allowing reckless pursuits. Donlon cites deaths and injuries, including cyclist Amanda Servedio. The suit alleges 398 crashes and 315 injuries in 2024—a 47% jump. Donlon's allegations highlight how high-speed chases increase risk to pedestrians and cyclists, introducing unpredictable, dangerous driving and eroding public trust in safe, equitable enforcement. No council bill or committee action is tied to this event.


Int 1339-2025
Hanks 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.


Teen E-Scooter Rider Killed In Crash

A 16-year-old on an e-scooter died after a collision with a Hyundai in Staten Island. Head trauma proved fatal. Police are investigating. The driver stayed at the scene. No arrests. Another scooter death followed days later.

The Brooklyn Paper (2025-07-13) reports a fatal crash on June 29 in Staten Island. Sixteen-year-old Nacere Ellis, riding an electric scooter, collided with a westbound Hyundai Tucson. The article states, 'Ellis suffered head trauma as a result of the crash.' The 79-year-old driver remained at the scene. NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. No charges have been filed. The report notes a similar fatal scooter crash days earlier in Queens. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for micromobility users and the need for systemic safety measures.


Fall Critiques City for Opposing Safety Boosting BRT Plan

Years pass. Bus speeds crawl. City dodges real bus rapid transit. Riders wait. Streets choke. Vulnerable users stuck with slow, crowded, unsafe options. Nothing changes. Safety stands still.

On July 11, 2025, Dave Colon spotlighted two reports slamming New York City’s failure to deliver real bus rapid transit. The reports state, 'Years of bus priority projects have barely improved speeds because New York City leaders have not implemented real bus rapid transit (BRT).' Colon, reporting for Streetsblog NYC, supports comprehensive BRT and opposes the city’s piecemeal fixes. Mayor Adams and city agencies have not acted on key recommendations. The safety analyst notes: the lack of real BRT means missed chances for mode shift and street equity, but does not directly worsen conditions for pedestrians and cyclists; the status quo remains unchanged.


Fall Criticizes Adams Pause on Safety‑Boosting Busway

Mayor Adams halts 34th Street busway. Streets stay clogged. Pedestrians and bus riders lose. Car dominance remains. Safety and equity stalled.

On July 3, 2025, the Adams administration paused the 34th Street busway project, as reported by Streetsblog NYC. The matter, described as a 'highly-anticipated 34th Street busway,' had support from Council Members Erik Bottcher, Keith Powers, and others. Bottcher called it 'transformative,' promising fewer crashes and faster buses. Powers slammed the last-minute reversal. Safety analysts warn: canceling the busway preserves car dominance, discourages transit, and keeps streets unsafe for pedestrians and cyclists. The project’s future is uncertain. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.


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SUVs Strike Pedestrians Off Roadway on Jewett Ave

SUVs hit five men standing off the roadway. Faces, heads, arms bloodied. Chest and legs bruised. Speed killed safety. Pain and concussion in the night. Staten Island street, danger in steel.

Five pedestrians, all men aged 21 to 31, were struck and injured by SUVs near 273A Jewett Ave, Staten Island. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed. The pedestrians were not in the roadway or at an intersection. Injuries included head wounds, facial trauma, arm and chest pain, and concussions. One passenger and one driver in the vehicles were also hurt. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No other errors or equipment issues were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825964 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Int 0857-2024
Hanks 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.


Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization

Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.

On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.


Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Congestion Pricing Citing Health Safety Concerns

Congestion pricing cuts traffic jams across Manhattan and the metro. Streets clear. Delays drop. Fewer cars mean more space for people. The city breathes. Vulnerable road users gain ground. Data shows real relief, not empty promises.

On June 18, 2025, the Regional Plan Association released a report on congestion pricing’s impact. The study, covered by Barbara Russo-Lennon, found a 25% drop in Manhattan traffic jams, with smaller but real declines in the Bronx and New Jersey. The report states: 'Congestion pricing is delivering clear benefits, saving people time and the aggravation of being stuck in traffic.' Council Member Frank Morano and State Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton criticized the program, citing Staten Island’s smaller gains and health concerns. MTA Chair Janno Lieber defended the policy, pointing to improved drive times and transit use. Safety analysts note congestion pricing reduces car traffic, lowers crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists, encourages mode shift, and supports safer, more equitable streets. The program’s future now rests with the federal courts.


S 8344
Fall votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.


S 7678
Fall votes no, opposing a bill that would improve school zone safety.

White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


S 7785
Fall votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.