May 30 - A 66-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing up on Ralph Avenue. She suffered bruises across her body. The driver backed unsafely. The street saw blood and confusion. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.

A crash occurred at 372 Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn when a station wagon/SUV, registered in Virginia, backed into a 66-year-old pedestrian. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection and suffered contusions to her entire body. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. The driver’s unsafe backing maneuver led to the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. Another occupant in the SUV was listed but not injured. The data highlights the risk faced by pedestrians when drivers reverse without proper caution.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817101 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-05

May 28 - Council pushes cheaper bike share for students 16 and up. More teens on bikes. Streets shift. Danger remains. The bill sits in committee. Cyclists wait.

Int 1287-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older. The matter title reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for public school students aged 16 or older." Council Member Christopher Marte leads as primary sponsor, joined by Louis, Stevens, Brooks-Powers, Ossé, Restler, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, and Banks. The bill was referred to committee and awaits further action. No safety analysis has been provided.

• File Int 1287-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-28

May 26 - A fire truck sped south on Flatbush. Sirens blared. A motorcycle crossed Avenue U. Metal struck metal. The rider fell. Paramedics rushed him to Brookdale. He did not survive. Firefighters stood by, unhurt. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.

ABC7 reported on May 26, 2025, that a motorcyclist was killed after colliding with a fire truck at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue U in Brooklyn. The fire truck, Engine 309, was responding to a fire with lights and sirens activated when it struck the westbound motorcycle at 11:55 p.m. The rider, identified as 30-year-old Valentin Ivancsuk, was pronounced dead at Brookdale University Hospital. Firefighters were evaluated at the scene and were not injured. The FDNY stated the 'incident is under investigation.' The crash highlights the risks at busy intersections, especially when emergency vehicles respond at speed. No details on right-of-way or traffic signals were provided. The investigation may examine protocols for emergency response and intersection safety.

• Motorcyclist Dies in Collision With Fire Truck, ABC7, Published 2025-05-26

May 25 - A woman stepped from her car after a crash in Bed-Stuy. The other driver hit her, dragged her, then sped off the wrong way. He crashed again, abandoned the SUV, and fled. She died at the hospital. The street stayed silent.

NY Daily News reported on May 25, 2025, that a 32-year-old woman was killed after a minor collision near Van Buren St. and Marcus Garvey Blvd. in Brooklyn. After the initial crash, the Chevy Trax driver struck the woman as she exited her vehicle, then drove against traffic on Lafayette Ave., hitting two parked cars before fleeing on foot. Witness Shane Bridges described, "They dragged her like to the middle of the street, and then they turned wrong up Lafayette and she was just left there." The SUV had temporary paper plates. The incident highlights the dangers posed by reckless driving and hit-and-run behavior, especially when drivers ignore traffic direction and abandon crash scenes.

• Driver Runs Down Woman After Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-25

May 24 - A sedan struck a woman on Ralph Avenue. She suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause. The street saw impact. The system failed to protect her. The driver kept going straight. The city keeps counting.

A 32-year-old woman walking near 528 Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn was injured when a sedan struck her. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:03 p.m. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The driver, a 32-year-old man, was traveling north in a Ford sedan and was licensed. No other contributing factors were noted. The police report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the danger when drivers fail to maintain safe distance, leaving vulnerable road users exposed.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815383 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-05

May 23 - A moped and sedan collided on Atlantic Avenue. The moped driver suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inattention and passing too closely. Both vehicles showed no damage. The street saw danger. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.

A crash on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn involved a moped and a sedan. The moped driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured in the leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' contributed to the collision. The moped driver wore a helmet. The sedan, occupied by two men, was parked before the crash and did not sustain damage. The moped driver was unlicensed. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The report highlights driver inattention as a key factor, underscoring the persistent risk to those on smaller vehicles in city traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814970 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-05

May 22 - A pick-up truck and sedan collided on Troy Avenue at Sterling Place. Alcohol and reckless lane use played a role. One woman suffered a back injury. Others, including a child, escaped with minor or no injuries. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

A crash involving a pick-up truck and a sedan occurred on Troy Avenue at Sterling Place in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the collision. One female passenger, age 55, sustained a back injury and contusion. Other occupants, including a one-year-old child, were listed with unspecified or no injuries. The police report highlights driver errors: alcohol involvement and improper lane usage. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the contributing factors. The crash underscores the persistent risks faced by passengers and vulnerable road users in New York City.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816416 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-05

May 22 - City will spend $550 million to remake Fifth Avenue. Cars keep two lanes. Buses lose out. Cyclists get nothing. Sidewalks widen, but most space stays with traffic. Critics say safety for walkers and riders is left behind.

On May 22, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the city's announcement of a $550 million redesign for Fifth Avenue. The plan, described as a 'much-compromised redesign,' keeps two car lanes, scraps a bus lane, and offers no space for cyclists. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called it a 'pedestrian-first corridor,' but critics, including Riders Alliance spokesman Danny Pearlstein, slammed the move as a 'huge corporate giveaway at New Yorkers' expense.' The redesign widens sidewalks and adds planters and seating, but cars still dominate. Council members and advocates oppose the car-first approach. According to safety analysts, the event only mentions the redesign and its cost, without specifying design features or their effects on vulnerable road users; therefore, the safety impact cannot be determined from the information provided.

• Thursday’s Headlines: Car-First Fifth Avenue Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-22

May 19 - A man crossing at Brooklyn Ave and Prospect Pl took a car’s bumper to the face. He stayed conscious. The street left him bruised.

A 39-year-old man walking at the intersection of Brooklyn Avenue and Prospect Place in Brooklyn was hit by a car’s left front bumper. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a facial contusion but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type was unspecified. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814963 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-05

May 17 - A Ford Explorer struck a man crossing Washington Avenue. The driver fled. The victim died at the hospital. No arrests. Another fatal hit-and-run in Brooklyn, second in a week. Streets stay deadly. Names withheld. Police search for answers.

According to NY Daily News (published May 17, 2025), a 55-year-old man was killed while crossing Washington Ave. at Fulton St. in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, just after midnight. Police said, "a burgundy-colored Ford Explorer heading west on Fulton St. rammed into him." The driver did not stop and fled the scene. Emergency services transported the victim to New York Presbyterian-Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he died. No arrests have been made. The article notes this was the second fatal hit-and-run in Brooklyn within a week, highlighting a persistent pattern of drivers leaving crash scenes. The city has seen a slight increase in pedestrian deaths despite an overall drop in fatal crashes, underscoring ongoing risks for those on foot.

• Hit-And-Run Kills Brooklyn Pedestrian, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-17

May 16 - A woman walked with the light. A Mercedes struck her. Bones broke. She died in the crosswalk. The driver sped through. The street stayed silent. The city failed to protect her.

Streetsblog NYC reported on May 16, 2025, that Maurette Lafleur, 68, died after a driver in a 2025 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 struck her as she crossed Rutland Road at E. 95th Street in East Flatbush. Lafleur was in the crosswalk, with the signal to walk. A witness said, "The lady spin around and sped through." The driver, a 64-year-old woman, has not been charged. The vehicle had one prior violation for blocking a bus lane. The article highlights the lack of immediate accountability and calls for stronger pedestrian protections: "The government should do something, like when people are walking, no cars should be moving."

• Driver Kills Pedestrian In Crosswalk, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-16

May 15 - A car struck Larry Maxwell, 72, on Sutter Avenue. The driver had just crashed into another vehicle and fled. Maxwell died at Brookdale Hospital. The driver did not stop. Police are still searching. No arrests. The street stayed quiet.

NY Daily News reported on May 15, 2025, that Larry Maxwell, 72, was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The article states, “An elderly man was mowed down and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn on May 10, just seconds after the same driver smashed into a nearby vehicle.” The driver first collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, then continued on and struck Maxwell near Sutter Ave. and Osborn St. The Malibu’s occupants were uninjured and remained at the scene. The driver who killed Maxwell fled and remains unidentified. The NYPD Highway District collision investigation squad is investigating. No arrests have been made. The case highlights the lethal risk of fleeing drivers and the ongoing challenge of enforcement.

• Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-15

May 13 - Letitia James fights Trump’s threat to choke off billions in transit funds. The lawsuit says tying DOT money to immigration crackdowns endangers safety. Projects stall. Streets grow riskier. Immigrants fear reporting crimes. The federal move puts lives on the line.

On May 13, 2025, New York Attorney General Letitia James led a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration’s move to tie U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) funding to state cooperation with immigration enforcement. The suit, joined by other state attorneys general, challenges an April 24 announcement by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy that would cut off funding to states refusing to enforce federal immigration law or maintain diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The matter summary states, 'DOT’s blatant overreach threatens to divert critical resources away from public safety and undermine projects that keep our communities connected and safe.' James and her colleagues argue this policy forces states to choose between billions in infrastructure funds and supporting immigrant communities. They warn that withholding funds will halt vital safety projects, making streets and transit more dangerous. The attorneys general also note that immigrants may avoid reporting crimes if they fear deportation, further undermining public safety.

• AG James Sues Trump Over ‘Strong-Arm’ Tactic of Tying DOT Funds to Immigration Crackdown, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-13

May 13 - A motorcyclist struck a stopped car on the BQE. He died at the hospital. The driver, unlicensed and lacking required safety equipment, was arrested. The crash happened fast, on a crowded stretch. Police are still investigating.

According to amny (published May 13, 2025), a fatal crash on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway left a motorcyclist dead. The article reports, "Police arrested 44-year-old Laura Cordova... for driving without a license and using a vehicle without ignition interlock." The incident took place near Tillary Street just before 10 p.m. on May 10. The motorcyclist, 27-year-old Sean Johnson, struck Cordova's stopped Honda Accord and later died at Brooklyn Hospital Center. Cordova was required to use an ignition interlock device due to a prior conviction but was not charged with DUI. The NYPD Highway Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The case highlights issues of unlicensed driving and compliance with court-ordered safety measures.

• Motorcyclist Killed in BQE Collision Arrest, amny, Published 2025-05-13

May 13 - Cuomo vows to end 'delivery chaos.' He targets e-bike rules and minimum pay for app workers. DoorDash backs him with $1 million. Critics warn of a rollback on worker protections. Delivery riders face the fallout. Streets stay dangerous.

On May 13, 2025, Andrew Cuomo, running for NYC mayor, made a campaign statement targeting 'delivery chaos.' He proposes revising the city’s minimum pay law and making app companies liable for damages caused by delivery riders. His campaign website claims these changes will 'eliminate inappropriate incentives to dangerous use of e-bikes.' DoorDash donated $1 million to a Cuomo-aligned super PAC. Comptroller Brad Lander accused Cuomo of siding with app companies, saying, 'DoorDash is trying to buy Cuomo’s election...so he’ll roll back the law I passed that requires them to pay their workers a living wage.' Other officials, including Scott Stringer and Zellnor Myrie, voiced doubts about Cuomo’s commitment to delivery worker protections. The bill is not in committee; it is a campaign proposal. The safety impact for vulnerable road users remains unclear, but the fight over pay and regulation leaves delivery workers exposed.

• ‘Chaos’ Candidate? DoorDash Gave $1M to Super PAC Backing Cuomo, Who Decries Delivery Workers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-13

May 12 - SUV veered on Nostrand. E-bike rider hit. Back bruised. Police cite improper lane use, distraction. Streets stay dangerous for those outside steel shells.

An SUV struck an e-bike rider on Nostrand Avenue near Syl Williamson Way in Brooklyn. The 54-year-old cyclist suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The SUV was changing lanes when it collided with the e-bike, which was traveling straight. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV driver. The report highlights driver errors as key factors in the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812318 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-05

May 12 - Four mayoral candidates vow to expand open streets and outdoor dining. They slam city red tape and call for year-round access. They promise to cut barriers for restaurants and keep sidewalks clear. Each frames the issue as vital for city life.

This policy statement, aired May 12, 2025, is not a formal bill but a public commitment from leading mayoral candidates. Scott Stringer, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, Brad Lander, and Zohran Mamdani all support expanding open streets and outdoor dining. Stringer pledges to 'loosen unnecessary design requirements' and simplify permits. Myrie promises a 'year-round outdoor dining program' and restoration of open streets, citing safety and access for pedestrians and cyclists. Ramos calls the current scheme 'unworkable' and urges consensus. Lander faults City Hall for 'over-regulating' and vows to speed up applications while 'respecting pedestrian traffic.' Mamdani highlights the economic and social benefits. All criticize current restrictions and bureaucratic hurdles. The candidates frame these programs as essential for small businesses, public space, and safer streets, but no formal safety analysis is attached.

• Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss the Death of Outdoor Dining, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-12

May 11 - A pick-up truck struck a woman crossing with the signal on Brooklyn Ave. She suffered leg injuries. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed real.

A pick-up truck hit a 33-year-old woman as she crossed Brooklyn Ave with the signal at Dean St. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The driver, a 66-year-old man, was making a left turn. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. No other factors were cited. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the street marked by danger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811911 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-05

May 9 - Mayoral candidates clashed over e-bike safety and street design. They called for more protected bike lanes, tighter rules on heavy e-bikes, and better delivery worker protections. Each pledged to cut car use and boost cycling. No one blamed riders. Streets remain dangerous.

On May 9, 2025, leading mayoral candidates aired their plans for e-bike safety and street reform. The event, covered by Streetsblog NYC, featured Scott Stringer, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani, and Whitney Tilson. Stringer demanded 'massive expansion of protected bike lanes.' Myrie backed S1047, a bill for 50-percent e-bike rebates. Ramos called for safe bike lanes and clear signage for all riders. Lander pushed for stricter rules on heavy e-bikes and a crackdown on illegal sales, saying, 'I support stricter regulations for the heaviest e-bikes, which can travel at higher speeds and are more likely to injure both riders and pedestrians.' Mamdani supported e-bike subsidies with safety checks. Tilson urged a 20 mph cap and mandatory registration for delivery e-bikes. All agreed: safer streets need better design, strong enforcement, and real protections for workers and vulnerable road users.

• Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss E-Bikes … With Joy and Concern, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-09

May 8 - Mayoral hopefuls clashed over parking and street space. Most backed cutting parking minimums and repurposing curb space for people, not cars. Only one vowed to keep free parking. The rest called for safer streets, more transit, and fewer cars.

At a May 8, 2025 forum, candidates for New York City mayor faced off on the future of parking and street space. The event, covered by Streetsblog NYC, featured Scott Stringer, Zellnor Myrie, Jessica Ramos, Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani, and Whitney Tilson. Stringer pledged to move the city away from car dependence and build infrastructure for biking and transit. Myrie called for removing parking mandates to boost housing and speed up buses. Ramos supported repurposing parking for safer streets and green space. Lander pushed for eliminating parking minimums citywide and dynamic curbside management. Mamdani criticized the vast space given to cars. Only Tilson promised to preserve free street parking. The candidates’ stances show a clear divide: most want to reclaim streets for people, not vehicles. The debate signals a shift toward policies that could reduce car dominance and improve safety for vulnerable road users.

• Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss the High Cost of ‘Free’ Parking, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-08