Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Crown Heights (South)?
Six Dead in Crown Heights—And Politicians Still Look Away
Crown Heights (South): Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025
The Toll in Blood and Silence
In Crown Heights (South), the numbers do not lie. Six people are dead. Nine more are seriously injured. Since 2022, there have been over 1,500 crashes and more than 900 injuries. The dead include a child, an elder, and too many whose names are now only numbers in a file. NYC Open Data
The violence is relentless. SUVs and cars lead the body count—three deaths, 159 injuries. Trucks and buses add more. Bikes and mopeds leave their own scars. Pedestrians are struck at intersections, on crosswalks, on the open street. No one is spared.
The Faces Behind the Numbers
A 101-year-old woman was killed crossing with the signal. The driver was unlicensed. She died at the intersection, her right of way ignored. NYC Open Data
A child, just eight, was hit by an SUV. The record says “view obstructed.” The record does not say who waited at the hospital, or who did not come home.
A man, 53, was killed by a distracted driver. The crash report lists “inattention.” The street remembers nothing but the sound.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
State Senator Zellnor Myrie talks about safer streets. He rode a bike with a reporter and said, “We should be making this as easy as possible and as safe as possible for as many people as possible.”
But when it mattered, Myrie missed key committee votes on bills to curb repeat speeders and extend school speed zones. The bills passed without him. The danger remains.
Council Member Crystal Hudson, Assembly Member Brian Cunningham: No recent votes or public stands on record. The silence is heavy.
What Comes Next: No More Waiting
Every crash is preventable. Every death is a policy failure. The city has the power to lower speed limits, redesign streets, and force out repeat offenders. But power unused is as deadly as a speeding car.
Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand action. Tell them: No more deaths. No more silence. Fix the streets now.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Crown Heights (South) sit politically?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Crown Heights (South)?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
▸ How many people have been killed or seriously hurt in Crown Heights (South) since 2022?
▸ Who are the current local leaders for Crown Heights (South)?
Citations
▸ Citations
- BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-12
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4517159 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- The Dave Colon Challenge: Zellnor Myrie Wants His Own Bike Now, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-16
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-12
- Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Two Men, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-12
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
- Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss Saving Us From Reckless Drivers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-07
- Decision 2025: Mayoral Candidates Answer Our Question 3, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-06
- Decision 2025: Our Mayoral Questionnaire Begins … With a Question on Traffic, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-02
Other Representatives
District 43
249 Empire Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 555, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 35
55 Hanson Place, Suite 778, Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-260-9191
250 Broadway, Suite 1762, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7081
District 20
1077 Nostrand Ave. Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 806, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Crown Heights (South) Crown Heights (South) sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 71, District 35, AD 43, SD 20, Brooklyn CB9.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Crown Heights (South)
Unlicensed Driver Hits Bicyclist on Empire Blvd▸A 20-year-old bicyclist was ejected and fractured after a collision with an unlicensed sedan driver making a right turn. The crash happened on Empire Boulevard in Brooklyn. The bicyclist wore a helmet but suffered severe whole-body injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed male driver made a right turn and struck a bicyclist traveling straight on Empire Boulevard in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his entire body. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Improper Passing or Lane Usage. The sedan's left front bumper collided with the bike's center front end. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The driver’s unlicensed status and failure to yield contributed directly to the crash. The bicyclist’s helmet was noted but did not prevent severe injury.
Bus Slams Into Car on Utica Avenue▸A bus rear-ended a vehicle on Utica Avenue. Seven passengers jolted. A 63-year-old woman suffered back pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2014 STARC bus traveling northeast on Utica Avenue rear-ended another vehicle. Seven passengers were on board. A 63-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and shock. She complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected. The bus's right front bumper was damaged. The police report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. No pedestrians or other vehicle occupants were reported injured.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound Moped▸A sedan making a left turn struck a moped traveling east on Eastern Parkway. The moped driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. Police cited driver inattention and disregard of traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Eastern Parkway made a left turn and collided with a moped going straight east. The moped driver, a 45-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. Additionally, the sedan driver disregarded traffic control. The moped was struck on its center front end, while the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
SUV Right Turn Injures Front Passenger▸A 33-year-old male passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The SUV struck an object or vehicle head-on while making a right turn on Albany Avenue. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2004 Ford SUV was making a right turn on Albany Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided frontally. The front passenger, a 33-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV's center front end was damaged in the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and female. The crash occurred at 1:29 a.m. The passenger was not ejected from the vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends USPS Truck on Carroll Street▸A sedan struck the back of a USPS vehicle on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 62, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling east at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male sedan driver was injured when his vehicle rear-ended a USPS truck on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the USPS vehicle was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the USPS vehicle. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Changing Lanes Hits Rear Passenger Seat▸A 4-year-old girl suffered hip and upper leg injuries in a crash on Schenectady Avenue. The SUV changed lanes and struck the left rear bumper. The child, restrained in a child seat, was shocked and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling south on Schenectady Avenue changed lanes and impacted its left rear bumper. Inside the vehicle, a 4-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat, restrained by a child safety seat, was injured. She suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists the pre-crash action as 'Changing Lanes,' indicating a driver error related to lane change. No contributing factors were noted for the victim or driver beyond this. The child was not ejected and was properly restrained. The crash highlights the dangers of lane changes and their impact on vulnerable passengers inside vehicles.
Sedan Hits Parked SUV, Passenger Injured▸A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on Rogers Avenue. The right rear passenger in the sedan suffered facial injuries and whiplash. The driver was inattentive and speeding. The passenger was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment was used.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Rogers Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred at the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's left rear quarter panel. A 27-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear of the sedan sustained facial injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A 20-year-old bicyclist was ejected and fractured after a collision with an unlicensed sedan driver making a right turn. The crash happened on Empire Boulevard in Brooklyn. The bicyclist wore a helmet but suffered severe whole-body injuries.
According to the police report, a sedan driven by an unlicensed male driver made a right turn and struck a bicyclist traveling straight on Empire Boulevard in Brooklyn. The bicyclist, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to his entire body. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Improper Passing or Lane Usage. The sedan's left front bumper collided with the bike's center front end. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The driver’s unlicensed status and failure to yield contributed directly to the crash. The bicyclist’s helmet was noted but did not prevent severe injury.
Bus Slams Into Car on Utica Avenue▸A bus rear-ended a vehicle on Utica Avenue. Seven passengers jolted. A 63-year-old woman suffered back pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2014 STARC bus traveling northeast on Utica Avenue rear-ended another vehicle. Seven passengers were on board. A 63-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and shock. She complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected. The bus's right front bumper was damaged. The police report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. No pedestrians or other vehicle occupants were reported injured.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound Moped▸A sedan making a left turn struck a moped traveling east on Eastern Parkway. The moped driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. Police cited driver inattention and disregard of traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Eastern Parkway made a left turn and collided with a moped going straight east. The moped driver, a 45-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. Additionally, the sedan driver disregarded traffic control. The moped was struck on its center front end, while the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
SUV Right Turn Injures Front Passenger▸A 33-year-old male passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The SUV struck an object or vehicle head-on while making a right turn on Albany Avenue. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2004 Ford SUV was making a right turn on Albany Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided frontally. The front passenger, a 33-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV's center front end was damaged in the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and female. The crash occurred at 1:29 a.m. The passenger was not ejected from the vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends USPS Truck on Carroll Street▸A sedan struck the back of a USPS vehicle on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 62, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling east at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male sedan driver was injured when his vehicle rear-ended a USPS truck on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the USPS vehicle was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the USPS vehicle. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Changing Lanes Hits Rear Passenger Seat▸A 4-year-old girl suffered hip and upper leg injuries in a crash on Schenectady Avenue. The SUV changed lanes and struck the left rear bumper. The child, restrained in a child seat, was shocked and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling south on Schenectady Avenue changed lanes and impacted its left rear bumper. Inside the vehicle, a 4-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat, restrained by a child safety seat, was injured. She suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists the pre-crash action as 'Changing Lanes,' indicating a driver error related to lane change. No contributing factors were noted for the victim or driver beyond this. The child was not ejected and was properly restrained. The crash highlights the dangers of lane changes and their impact on vulnerable passengers inside vehicles.
Sedan Hits Parked SUV, Passenger Injured▸A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on Rogers Avenue. The right rear passenger in the sedan suffered facial injuries and whiplash. The driver was inattentive and speeding. The passenger was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment was used.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Rogers Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred at the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's left rear quarter panel. A 27-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear of the sedan sustained facial injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A bus rear-ended a vehicle on Utica Avenue. Seven passengers jolted. A 63-year-old woman suffered back pain and shock. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2014 STARC bus traveling northeast on Utica Avenue rear-ended another vehicle. Seven passengers were on board. A 63-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and shock. She complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected. The bus's right front bumper was damaged. The police report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. No pedestrians or other vehicle occupants were reported injured.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound Moped▸A sedan making a left turn struck a moped traveling east on Eastern Parkway. The moped driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. Police cited driver inattention and disregard of traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Eastern Parkway made a left turn and collided with a moped going straight east. The moped driver, a 45-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. Additionally, the sedan driver disregarded traffic control. The moped was struck on its center front end, while the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
SUV Right Turn Injures Front Passenger▸A 33-year-old male passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The SUV struck an object or vehicle head-on while making a right turn on Albany Avenue. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2004 Ford SUV was making a right turn on Albany Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided frontally. The front passenger, a 33-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV's center front end was damaged in the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and female. The crash occurred at 1:29 a.m. The passenger was not ejected from the vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends USPS Truck on Carroll Street▸A sedan struck the back of a USPS vehicle on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 62, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling east at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male sedan driver was injured when his vehicle rear-ended a USPS truck on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the USPS vehicle was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the USPS vehicle. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Changing Lanes Hits Rear Passenger Seat▸A 4-year-old girl suffered hip and upper leg injuries in a crash on Schenectady Avenue. The SUV changed lanes and struck the left rear bumper. The child, restrained in a child seat, was shocked and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling south on Schenectady Avenue changed lanes and impacted its left rear bumper. Inside the vehicle, a 4-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat, restrained by a child safety seat, was injured. She suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists the pre-crash action as 'Changing Lanes,' indicating a driver error related to lane change. No contributing factors were noted for the victim or driver beyond this. The child was not ejected and was properly restrained. The crash highlights the dangers of lane changes and their impact on vulnerable passengers inside vehicles.
Sedan Hits Parked SUV, Passenger Injured▸A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on Rogers Avenue. The right rear passenger in the sedan suffered facial injuries and whiplash. The driver was inattentive and speeding. The passenger was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment was used.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Rogers Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred at the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's left rear quarter panel. A 27-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear of the sedan sustained facial injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A sedan making a left turn struck a moped traveling east on Eastern Parkway. The moped driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. Police cited driver inattention and disregard of traffic control as causes.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Eastern Parkway made a left turn and collided with a moped going straight east. The moped driver, a 45-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. Additionally, the sedan driver disregarded traffic control. The moped was struck on its center front end, while the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
SUV Right Turn Injures Front Passenger▸A 33-year-old male passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The SUV struck an object or vehicle head-on while making a right turn on Albany Avenue. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2004 Ford SUV was making a right turn on Albany Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided frontally. The front passenger, a 33-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV's center front end was damaged in the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and female. The crash occurred at 1:29 a.m. The passenger was not ejected from the vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends USPS Truck on Carroll Street▸A sedan struck the back of a USPS vehicle on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 62, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling east at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male sedan driver was injured when his vehicle rear-ended a USPS truck on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the USPS vehicle was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the USPS vehicle. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Changing Lanes Hits Rear Passenger Seat▸A 4-year-old girl suffered hip and upper leg injuries in a crash on Schenectady Avenue. The SUV changed lanes and struck the left rear bumper. The child, restrained in a child seat, was shocked and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling south on Schenectady Avenue changed lanes and impacted its left rear bumper. Inside the vehicle, a 4-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat, restrained by a child safety seat, was injured. She suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists the pre-crash action as 'Changing Lanes,' indicating a driver error related to lane change. No contributing factors were noted for the victim or driver beyond this. The child was not ejected and was properly restrained. The crash highlights the dangers of lane changes and their impact on vulnerable passengers inside vehicles.
Sedan Hits Parked SUV, Passenger Injured▸A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on Rogers Avenue. The right rear passenger in the sedan suffered facial injuries and whiplash. The driver was inattentive and speeding. The passenger was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment was used.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Rogers Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred at the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's left rear quarter panel. A 27-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear of the sedan sustained facial injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A 33-year-old male passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Brooklyn crash. The SUV struck an object or vehicle head-on while making a right turn on Albany Avenue. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2004 Ford SUV was making a right turn on Albany Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided frontally. The front passenger, a 33-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV's center front end was damaged in the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania and female. The crash occurred at 1:29 a.m. The passenger was not ejected from the vehicle.
Sedan Rear-Ends USPS Truck on Carroll Street▸A sedan struck the back of a USPS vehicle on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 62, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling east at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male sedan driver was injured when his vehicle rear-ended a USPS truck on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the USPS vehicle was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the USPS vehicle. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Changing Lanes Hits Rear Passenger Seat▸A 4-year-old girl suffered hip and upper leg injuries in a crash on Schenectady Avenue. The SUV changed lanes and struck the left rear bumper. The child, restrained in a child seat, was shocked and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling south on Schenectady Avenue changed lanes and impacted its left rear bumper. Inside the vehicle, a 4-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat, restrained by a child safety seat, was injured. She suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists the pre-crash action as 'Changing Lanes,' indicating a driver error related to lane change. No contributing factors were noted for the victim or driver beyond this. The child was not ejected and was properly restrained. The crash highlights the dangers of lane changes and their impact on vulnerable passengers inside vehicles.
Sedan Hits Parked SUV, Passenger Injured▸A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on Rogers Avenue. The right rear passenger in the sedan suffered facial injuries and whiplash. The driver was inattentive and speeding. The passenger was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment was used.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Rogers Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred at the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's left rear quarter panel. A 27-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear of the sedan sustained facial injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A sedan struck the back of a USPS vehicle on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan driver, 62, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling east at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a 62-year-old male sedan driver was injured when his vehicle rear-ended a USPS truck on Carroll Street in Brooklyn. The sedan was stopped in traffic when the USPS vehicle was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the USPS vehicle. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Changing Lanes Hits Rear Passenger Seat▸A 4-year-old girl suffered hip and upper leg injuries in a crash on Schenectady Avenue. The SUV changed lanes and struck the left rear bumper. The child, restrained in a child seat, was shocked and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling south on Schenectady Avenue changed lanes and impacted its left rear bumper. Inside the vehicle, a 4-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat, restrained by a child safety seat, was injured. She suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists the pre-crash action as 'Changing Lanes,' indicating a driver error related to lane change. No contributing factors were noted for the victim or driver beyond this. The child was not ejected and was properly restrained. The crash highlights the dangers of lane changes and their impact on vulnerable passengers inside vehicles.
Sedan Hits Parked SUV, Passenger Injured▸A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on Rogers Avenue. The right rear passenger in the sedan suffered facial injuries and whiplash. The driver was inattentive and speeding. The passenger was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment was used.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Rogers Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred at the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's left rear quarter panel. A 27-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear of the sedan sustained facial injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A 4-year-old girl suffered hip and upper leg injuries in a crash on Schenectady Avenue. The SUV changed lanes and struck the left rear bumper. The child, restrained in a child seat, was shocked and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling south on Schenectady Avenue changed lanes and impacted its left rear bumper. Inside the vehicle, a 4-year-old female occupant seated in the middle rear seat, restrained by a child safety seat, was injured. She suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists the pre-crash action as 'Changing Lanes,' indicating a driver error related to lane change. No contributing factors were noted for the victim or driver beyond this. The child was not ejected and was properly restrained. The crash highlights the dangers of lane changes and their impact on vulnerable passengers inside vehicles.
Sedan Hits Parked SUV, Passenger Injured▸A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on Rogers Avenue. The right rear passenger in the sedan suffered facial injuries and whiplash. The driver was inattentive and speeding. The passenger was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment was used.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Rogers Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred at the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's left rear quarter panel. A 27-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear of the sedan sustained facial injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A sedan traveling north struck a parked SUV on Rogers Avenue. The right rear passenger in the sedan suffered facial injuries and whiplash. The driver was inattentive and speeding. The passenger was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment was used.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Rogers Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred at the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's left rear quarter panel. A 27-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear of the sedan sustained facial injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. No safety equipment was reported for the injured passenger. The SUV was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
-
Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
- File Res 0792-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
- File Res 0792-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-09-28
Res 0792-2023Cunningham Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
- File Res 0792-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-09-28
Pedestrian Injured by Backing Sedan in Brooklyn▸A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A 42-year-old man was struck while crossing outside a crosswalk in Brooklyn. The sedan was backing up when it hit him. He suffered a concussion and arm injuries. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious after impact.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured crossing outside a crosswalk on Crown Street in Brooklyn. The crash involved a 2013 sedan backing eastward that struck the pedestrian at its center back end. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. No other factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while backing. The collision highlights the dangers of inattentive driving during vehicle maneuvers in areas where pedestrians may be present.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Eastern Parkway▸A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A 25-year-old woman was hit by a westbound sedan on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The crash occurred outside an intersection in the roadway.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2005 Honda sedan traveling westbound on Eastern Parkway near Schenectady Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The sedan impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, causing injuries to her entire body and leaving her in shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified ones. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. No visible complaints were noted from the pedestrian.
Two Sedans Collide at Crown Street Intersection▸Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
Two sedans collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 63-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling straight collided at Crown Street in Brooklyn. The Nissan sedan, driven by a 63-year-old woman, was struck on the right side doors. The Toyota sedan hit the left front bumper and quarter panel. The female driver of the Nissan was injured, sustaining neck trauma and shock. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the crash but does not identify any clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured occupant was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the right side of one sedan and the left front of the other.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on New York Avenue▸A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
-
Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A 34-year-old female bicyclist was injured on New York Avenue. The sedan hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed and traveling north.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on New York Avenue struck a bicyclist going west. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The cyclist sustained injury severity level 3 but was not ejected from the bike.
Bus Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
-
Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A 45-year-old woman was hit by a southbound bus turning left on Schenectady Avenue. The bus failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s error caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Schenectady Avenue with the signal. The crash involved a 2013 Van omnibus making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the bus’s right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The bus carried nine occupants, and the driver held a valid New Jersey license. No other contributing factors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on Eastern Parkway▸A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
-
Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Eastern Parkway. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles moved west. The crash left twisted metal and pain behind.
According to the police report, a 2010 sedan struck the rear of a 2019 SUV on Eastern Parkway. Both vehicles were heading west. The sedan’s center front end hit the SUV’s center back end. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured, suffering back injuries but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers held valid licenses. The crash stands as another rear-end collision with driver error noted as unspecified.
E-Bike and Bicycle Crash on Union Street▸Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
Two riders collided on Union Street. The 60-year-old cyclist took a blow to the head. Driver inattention and distraction led to the crash. The e-bike rider was unhurt. No helmets. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Union Street involving a bike and an e-bike, both heading east. The 60-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion. The e-bike rider was not reported injured. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The bike was damaged at the left front quarter panel. The e-bike showed no damage. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
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Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A 28-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Franklin Avenue at a marked crosswalk. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a neck contusion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Union Street in Brooklyn. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when an SUV traveling south struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and following too closely as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2024 Toyota SUV with damage to its center front end. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the report.
Souffrant Forrest Supports Safety Boosting Equalized Tolling Plan▸Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
-
Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations,
amny.com,
Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
-
Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
Brooklyn officials demand equal tolls on all Manhattan crossings. They warn free bridges funnel traffic into certain neighborhoods. Their letter calls for fairness. The MTA stays silent. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide. Streets hang in the balance.
On July 18, 2023, Council Member Shahana Hanif and other Brooklyn officials called for 'equalized tolling on all crossings into Manhattan' as congestion pricing nears. Their letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board states: 'No one community should disproportionately bear the burden of the cars and trucks passing through their neighborhood.' Hanif, along with Lincoln Restler, Alexa Avilés, Jennifer Gutiérrez, and Crystal Hudson, joined borough, state, and federal colleagues in this push. They propose a credit system to balance costs between DOT bridges and MTA tunnels, aiming to protect neighborhoods like the Brooklyn waterfront and the BQE corridor from traffic surges. The MTA declined comment. The Board will soon set final toll rates and rules. The federal government has approved the congestion pricing plan, with tolls for cars expected between $9 and $23. Over 100 exemption requests, including from taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers, are under review.
- Pols call for ‘equalized tolling’ on all crossings into Manhattan under congestion pricing on eve of board deliberations, amny.com, Published 2023-07-18
Letitia James Supports NYPD Procedural Reform to Prevent Reckless Driving▸A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
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Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-10
A Brooklyn family sues the city after a police van, driven recklessly by officers, killed Ronald Smith. The van sped, ran red lights, and struck Smith as he panhandled in the rain. The city faces charges of wrongful death and calls for accountability.
On July 10, 2023, the family of Ronald Smith filed a wrongful death lawsuit against New York City in Brooklyn Supreme Court. The suit alleges that Officers Orkhan Mamedov and Evan Siegel killed Smith by 'driving recklessly at nearly double the posted speed limit, at night, running red lights, in the wrong lane, with visibility limited by rain ... without justification or cause.' Smith was struck and killed while panhandling on Eastern Parkway. The officers, transporting prisoners, had no emergency but rushed to beat a shift change. Attorney David Rankin, representing the family, criticized the city's harsh treatment of victims' families, saying, 'The City of New York, in every instance where an employee kills somebody, puts the family and loved ones though a rigorous and unnecessarily brutal process.' Attorney General Letitia James cleared the officers of criminal charges but condemned their actions and called for NYPD procedural reform. The NYPD and city officials declined to comment further, while the family seeks both accountability and compensation.
- Family of Man Killed by Recklessly Driving Cop Sues City, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-10