Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bushwick (East)?
The Dead Don’t Wait—Why Should We?
Bushwick (East): Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Bodies in the Road
In Bushwick (East), the numbers do not lie. Five dead. Thirteen left with serious injuries. In three and a half years, there have been 1,661 crashes. 824 people hurt.
A 71-year-old woman, crossing in a marked crosswalk, never made it to the other side. A 29-year-old passenger, ejected and crushed. A 49-year-old e-bike rider, thrown and killed by a turning truck. The dead do not speak. The living limp on.
Who Bears the Brunt
Pedestrians and cyclists pay the price. Vans, SUVs, sedans, trucks—they strike the body and keep moving. In the last year alone, two people died. 232 were injured. Seven suffered injuries so severe they may never walk the same. Children are not spared. Sixteen under 18 were hurt in the past year. The young and the old, both broken on the same streets.
What Has Been Done—And What Hasn’t
The city talks of Vision Zero. They say every life matters. They point to new speed cameras, intersection redesigns, and lower speed limits. But in Bushwick (East), the blood keeps flowing. Crashes are down, but injuries are not.
Local leaders have not done enough. The laws are slow. The changes crawl. The silence is loud. There is no record of bold action from those who hold power here. No flood of press releases. No urgent votes. The streets remain the same. The bodies pile up.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. It is policy.
Demand more. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes. Demand enforcement that protects the walker, not the driver. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Bushwick (East)
S 8607Salazar votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Salazar votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
2Passing Too Closely Injures Two Passengers▸Two sedans struck on Hancock Street. Both drivers moved west. Close passing led to a crash. Two women in back seats suffered head and neck injuries. Police blamed passing too closely. Metal and bodies took the hit.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:50 on Hancock Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles traveled west; one went straight, the other merged. The crash hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front of the other. Police cited 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause. Two female passengers, ages 21 and 24, suffered head and neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. Neither used safety equipment, as noted after the driver error. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The crash shows the danger when drivers pass too close.
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
SUV Hits Teen Pedestrian on Bushwick Avenue▸SUV slammed into a 14-year-old girl at a Bushwick Avenue intersection. She took the hit to her knee and lower leg. Driver failed to yield. The girl stayed conscious. Steel met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2002 Honda SUV heading north on Bushwick Avenue struck a 14-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The impact hit her knee, lower leg, and foot, leaving her with contusions. She remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s error. No contributing factors are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and driving straight. The collision underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
S 9718Salazar co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Sedan Collides With Parked SUV on Wilson Avenue▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:41 AM on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound sedan collided with a northbound parked SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Passenger Ejected, Killed in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06
S 8607Salazar votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-06
2Passing Too Closely Injures Two Passengers▸Two sedans struck on Hancock Street. Both drivers moved west. Close passing led to a crash. Two women in back seats suffered head and neck injuries. Police blamed passing too closely. Metal and bodies took the hit.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:50 on Hancock Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles traveled west; one went straight, the other merged. The crash hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front of the other. Police cited 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause. Two female passengers, ages 21 and 24, suffered head and neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. Neither used safety equipment, as noted after the driver error. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The crash shows the danger when drivers pass too close.
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
SUV Hits Teen Pedestrian on Bushwick Avenue▸SUV slammed into a 14-year-old girl at a Bushwick Avenue intersection. She took the hit to her knee and lower leg. Driver failed to yield. The girl stayed conscious. Steel met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2002 Honda SUV heading north on Bushwick Avenue struck a 14-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The impact hit her knee, lower leg, and foot, leaving her with contusions. She remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s error. No contributing factors are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and driving straight. The collision underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
S 9718Salazar co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
-
File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Sedan Collides With Parked SUV on Wilson Avenue▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:41 AM on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound sedan collided with a northbound parked SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Passenger Ejected, Killed in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06
2Passing Too Closely Injures Two Passengers▸Two sedans struck on Hancock Street. Both drivers moved west. Close passing led to a crash. Two women in back seats suffered head and neck injuries. Police blamed passing too closely. Metal and bodies took the hit.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:50 on Hancock Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles traveled west; one went straight, the other merged. The crash hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front of the other. Police cited 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause. Two female passengers, ages 21 and 24, suffered head and neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. Neither used safety equipment, as noted after the driver error. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The crash shows the danger when drivers pass too close.
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
SUV Hits Teen Pedestrian on Bushwick Avenue▸SUV slammed into a 14-year-old girl at a Bushwick Avenue intersection. She took the hit to her knee and lower leg. Driver failed to yield. The girl stayed conscious. Steel met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2002 Honda SUV heading north on Bushwick Avenue struck a 14-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The impact hit her knee, lower leg, and foot, leaving her with contusions. She remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s error. No contributing factors are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and driving straight. The collision underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
S 9718Salazar co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Sedan Collides With Parked SUV on Wilson Avenue▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:41 AM on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound sedan collided with a northbound parked SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Passenger Ejected, Killed in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
Two sedans struck on Hancock Street. Both drivers moved west. Close passing led to a crash. Two women in back seats suffered head and neck injuries. Police blamed passing too closely. Metal and bodies took the hit.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 17:50 on Hancock Street in Brooklyn. Both vehicles traveled west; one went straight, the other merged. The crash hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front of the other. Police cited 'Passing Too Closely' as the cause. Two female passengers, ages 21 and 24, suffered head and neck injuries described as whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. Neither used safety equipment, as noted after the driver error. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The crash shows the danger when drivers pass too close.
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-03
SUV Hits Teen Pedestrian on Bushwick Avenue▸SUV slammed into a 14-year-old girl at a Bushwick Avenue intersection. She took the hit to her knee and lower leg. Driver failed to yield. The girl stayed conscious. Steel met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2002 Honda SUV heading north on Bushwick Avenue struck a 14-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The impact hit her knee, lower leg, and foot, leaving her with contusions. She remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s error. No contributing factors are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and driving straight. The collision underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
S 9718Salazar co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Sedan Collides With Parked SUV on Wilson Avenue▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:41 AM on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound sedan collided with a northbound parked SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Passenger Ejected, Killed in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03
SUV Hits Teen Pedestrian on Bushwick Avenue▸SUV slammed into a 14-year-old girl at a Bushwick Avenue intersection. She took the hit to her knee and lower leg. Driver failed to yield. The girl stayed conscious. Steel met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2002 Honda SUV heading north on Bushwick Avenue struck a 14-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The impact hit her knee, lower leg, and foot, leaving her with contusions. She remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s error. No contributing factors are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and driving straight. The collision underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
S 9718Salazar co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Sedan Collides With Parked SUV on Wilson Avenue▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:41 AM on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound sedan collided with a northbound parked SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Passenger Ejected, Killed in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
SUV slammed into a 14-year-old girl at a Bushwick Avenue intersection. She took the hit to her knee and lower leg. Driver failed to yield. The girl stayed conscious. Steel met flesh. System failed.
According to the police report, a 2002 Honda SUV heading north on Bushwick Avenue struck a 14-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The impact hit her knee, lower leg, and foot, leaving her with contusions. She remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s error. No contributing factors are noted for the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and driving straight. The collision underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield at intersections.
S 9718Salazar co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Sedan Collides With Parked SUV on Wilson Avenue▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:41 AM on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound sedan collided with a northbound parked SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Passenger Ejected, Killed in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28
S 9718Salazar votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
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File S 9718,
Open States,
Published 2024-05-28
Sedan Collides With Parked SUV on Wilson Avenue▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:41 AM on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound sedan collided with a northbound parked SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Passenger Ejected, Killed in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.
Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28
Sedan Collides With Parked SUV on Wilson Avenue▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:41 AM on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound sedan collided with a northbound parked SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Passenger Ejected, Killed in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:41 AM on Wilson Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound sedan collided with a northbound parked SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The parked SUV had no occupants at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
Passenger Ejected, Killed in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
-
Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
A sedan and SUV collided head-on at Central and Gates. A 29-year-old woman, riding in the back seat, was thrown from the wreck and died of crush injuries. Traffic control was ignored. The street fell silent. Lives changed. Metal ruled.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed head-on at the corner of Central Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn at 6:28 a.m. The impact ejected a 29-year-old woman from the rear seat; she died from crush injuries affecting her entire body. The report states, 'Traffic control was ignored,' identifying 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the primary contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they collided. The police narrative makes clear that the drivers' failure to obey traffic controls directly led to the deadly collision. No information in the report attributes any contributing behavior to the victim. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers disregard basic traffic rules, leaving passengers and bystanders exposed to catastrophic harm.
Julia Salazar Supports Safety Boosting Queens Express Bus Expansion▸Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
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Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins,
nypost.com,
Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.
On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.
- Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins, nypost.com, Published 2024-05-16
Int 0875-2024Nurse co-sponsors bill boosting step street lighting, improving pedestrian safety.▸Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 0875-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
Council moves to light up step streets. At least 25 stairways each year will get new lamps. Dark paths become visible. Pedestrians gain ground. Shadows shrink. Danger loses its cover.
Int 0875-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on May 16, 2024. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of pedestrian lighting on step streets.' Prime sponsor Joann Ariola, joined by sixteen co-sponsors, pushes for at least 25 step streets to be lit each year until all are covered. Step streets are open-air staircases linking streets at different heights. The bill aims to strip darkness from these paths, making them safer for people on foot. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File Int 0875-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-05-16
Distracted SUV Strikes 9-Year-Old Pedestrian▸A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
A 9-year-old girl crossing Bushwick Avenue was struck by an SUV traveling south. The vehicle's left front bumper hit her outside a crosswalk. She suffered bruises and leg injuries, left reeling in shock. The driver’s inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 9-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 3:51 PM. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling south struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor, repeated twice, highlighting the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossings.
2SUV Turns, Strikes Moped on Slippery Irving▸SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
SUV left turn. Moped struck. Two boys hurt. Pavement slick. Speed unsafe. Head and leg injuries. Brooklyn street, hard impact. System failed the young.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV making a left turn on Irving Avenue struck a northbound moped at 19:32. The moped carried a 16-year-old male driver and a 10-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, suffering abrasions and head injuries. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV's left side doors hit the moped's center back end. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger had no safety equipment. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision underscores driver errors and hazardous road conditions that left two young riders hurt.
2Unlicensed Driver Strikes Elderly Woman in Crosswalk▸A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
A Mazda sedan, driven by an unlicensed man, hit a 71-year-old woman crossing Eldert Street. She died from crush injuries. Another woman, 44, suffered chest bruises. The driver ignored traffic control. Brooklyn pavement took another life.
According to the police report, a northbound Mazda sedan struck a 71-year-old woman as she crossed Eldert Street near Knickerbocker Avenue in a marked crosswalk. She suffered fatal crush wounds and never regained consciousness. A second pedestrian, age 44, was also hit and sustained chest contusions but remained conscious. The report states the Mazda driver was unlicensed and disregarded traffic control. 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' are listed as contributing factors. The victims were crossing without a signal but within a marked crosswalk, as documented in the report. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore basic rules and operate vehicles without a license.
Tow Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
A 66-year-old man suffered head injuries after a tow truck hit him at an intersection on Bushwick Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, striking the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The victim sustained contusions and bruises.
According to the police report, at 9:31 AM on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn, a tow truck traveling south struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report identifies the contributing factors as driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way. The tow truck's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, and the pedestrian suffered head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. The vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported on the tow truck. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report explicitly cites driver errors—distraction and failure to yield—as the causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Injures Occupant▸A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
A Brooklyn crash on Bushwick Avenue injured a 48-year-old female SUV driver. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and engaged in aggressive driving. The impact caused injuries to her entire body, leaving her in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Bushwick Avenue in Brooklyn at 17:20. The injured party was a 48-year-old female SUV driver who suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle but complained of pain and nausea. The crash involved multiple SUVs traveling north, with one vehicle making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the injured driver's vehicle. The report explicitly identifies driver errors, including failure to obey traffic signals and aggressive driving behavior, as the cause of the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
2Distracted Driver Slams Parked Cars in Brooklyn▸A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
A left-turning sedan hit two parked cars on Evergreen Avenue. Both people inside the sedan suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal crumpled. No one outside the car was hurt.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Evergreen Avenue in Brooklyn struck two parked vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—at 1:46 a.m. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the left front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the left rear bumper of the SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The crash injured both occupants of the turning sedan: a 25-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old female passenger. Both suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries and were conscious at the scene. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
2Motorcycle Ejected Two in Brooklyn Crash▸A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
A motorcycle traveling south collided with a westbound sedan on Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected, suffering serious injuries to legs and hips. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 PM on Irving Avenue in Brooklyn. A southbound motorcycle struck the left side doors of a westbound sedan. The motorcycle driver, a 27-year-old male with a permit license, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with a complaint of pain and nausea. The 26-year-old female passenger was also ejected and suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Pennsylvania, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the motorcycle's left front quarter panel. Both motorcycle occupants were injured with severity level 3. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Two Sedans Collide on Bushwick Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
Two sedans collided on Bushwick Avenue in a lane-changing crash. The driver of one vehicle suffered a head contusion and bruising. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 18:21 two sedans traveling east on Bushwick Avenue collided. One sedan was going straight ahead while the other was changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the first vehicle and the left front bumper of the second. The driver of the first sedan, a 28-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with a head contusion and bruising but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers.
Inexperienced Driver Crashes Motorcycle Into SUV▸A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.
A motorcycle collided with an SUV on Cooper Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered back injuries and minor bleeding. Police cite driver inexperience as the primary cause. Both vehicles were traveling westbound at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cooper Street near Irving Avenue in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM. The collision involved a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The motorcycle struck the center back end of the SUV, which was impacted at its center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male, was injured with back trauma and minor bleeding, and was not ejected from the vehicle but experienced shock. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor to the crash, citing it twice in relation to the motorcycle driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers operating motorcycles in traffic.