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A 7-year-old boy was struck by a sedan making a right turn in Brooklyn. The child suffered a hip and upper leg injury with bruising. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision outside an intersection.

According to the police report, a 7-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2019 sedan, traveling north and making a right turn, struck him with its right front bumper. The child was not in the roadway and was conscious after the crash but sustained contusions and injuries to his hip and upper leg. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle in Brooklyn near 9319 5 Avenue. The collision caused damage to the sedan's right front bumper. No safety equipment or pedestrian fault was noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4566631 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

A 9-year-old boy on a bike was ejected and suffered a severe head injury on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The child was semiconscious with fractures and dislocations. The crash involved bicyclist error.

According to the police report, a 9-year-old bicyclist was injured and ejected during a collision with a 2006 Toyota SUV on 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV was traveling south, and the bike was traveling west. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper. The bicyclist suffered head injuries, including fractures and dislocations, and was semiconscious at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers faced by young cyclists in traffic and the role of bicyclist error in this collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4565120 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

Two SUVs crashed on 3 Avenue. The female driver of the northbound SUV suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The collision damaged the front ends of both vehicles. Limited view and driver inexperience contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 3 Avenue. The female driver of the northbound SUV was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front quarter panel of the westbound SUV and the center front end of the northbound SUV. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights how limited visibility and driver errors can lead to serious injuries even in vehicle-to-vehicle collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4562522 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

A KIA SUV hit a Yamaha motorcycle on 81st Street. Both drivers were distracted. The rider, helmeted, was thrown and bled from the head. The SUV’s bumper tore. The motorcycle crumpled. Both men survived. The street ran red and silent.

A KIA SUV collided with a Yamaha motorcycle on 81st Street near 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The 36-year-old motorcyclist, who wore a helmet, was ejected and suffered a bleeding head injury but remained conscious on the asphalt. The 28-year-old SUV driver sustained a minor burn to his back. The SUV’s front bumper was torn, and the motorcycle was left crumpled. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The report notes the motorcyclist’s helmet use only after citing driver distraction. No pedestrians were involved. The crash left two men injured and a street scarred by impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4562500 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

A man was struck by a Jeep on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured. The vehicle showed no damage at the scene.

According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured on 5 Avenue in Brooklyn when a Jeep SUV struck him outside an intersection. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The Jeep showed no damage and the point of impact was recorded as 'No Damage.' The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No information on driver actions or violations was provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4561540 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

Speed cameras now run all day, every day. Tickets soared 70 percent in three weeks. Most violations hit at night and weekends—times once uncovered. Officials say the surge proves drivers speed when unchecked. The city claims this crackdown will save lives.

On August 1, 2022, New York City activated speed cameras 24/7 after a legislative deal in Albany. In the first three weeks, cameras issued 513,777 tickets—70 percent more than before. The bill, championed by State Sen. Andrew Gounardes, removed harsher penalties but kept round-the-clock enforcement. The matter summary states, 'speed safety cameras are working as they should—catching more speeding drivers and combatting reckless driving.' Council members and advocates, including Elizabeth Adams and Jehiah Czebotar, backed the move. They point to data showing most extra tickets came at night and weekends, exposing a hidden threat to pedestrians and cyclists. Officials insist the expansion will save lives and curb reckless driving.

• Sin City: New 24/7 Speed Cameras Issue a Whopping 70 Percent More Tickets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-09-01

Lawmakers spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want tight limits. Others push for taxi exemptions and tunnel credits. Advocates warn: too many carve-outs gut the plan. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.

On August 26, 2022, New York officials debated congestion pricing exemptions as the policy neared implementation. The discussion, covered by Streetsblog NYC, highlighted shifting positions. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once opposed to exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll said, "I think that there should be limited exemptions." State Senator Andrew Gounardes added, "Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible." Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine backed toll credits for tunnel users and taxi exemptions. Taxi and for-hire drivers lobbied for relief, citing existing surcharges. Advocacy groups warned against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide on further exemptions after federal review. No direct safety impact for vulnerable road users was assessed.

• Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-08-26

Council and state leaders spar over who gets a break from congestion pricing. Some want carve-outs. Others warn exemptions gut the plan. Vulnerable road users wait as drivers fight for special treatment. The final call lands with the Traffic Mobility Review Board.

On August 26, 2022, the council held a public debate on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, titled 'Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions,' drew sharp lines. State Senator Leroy Comrie, once a hardliner against exemptions, now listens to public input. Assembly Member Robert Carroll backs limited carve-outs, saying, 'I think that there should be limited exemptions.' State Senator Andrew Gounardes stresses, 'Obviously we want them to be as limited as possible.' Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine pushes for toll credits and taxi exemptions. Advocacy groups warn against broad carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board will decide after federal review. The debate centers on who pays and who gets a pass, while the safety of people outside cars hangs in the balance.

• Everyone’s Suddenly Open To Some Congestion Pricing Exemptions, streetsblog.org, Published 2022-08-26

Nearly a thousand people signed up to speak at MTA’s congestion pricing hearings. The plan targets Manhattan below 61st Street. Supporters want fewer exemptions. Critics fear more truck traffic. Lawmakers push for swift action. Streets and air hang in the balance.

"We want to minimize the number of exemptions while making sure that we can hit our goal of raising $1 billion." -- Andrew Gounardes

On August 25, 2022, the MTA held public hearings on congestion pricing for Manhattan below 61st Street. The hearings drew nearly a thousand speakers. The plan, described as aiming to 'reduce congestion, air pollution, and driving into the city,' would charge drivers $5 to $23 depending on time and exemptions. Council Member Robert Carroll (District 44) urged, 'It needs to be implemented now, we passed this bill three years ago, it’s time to get moving.' Other lawmakers, including Andrew Gounardes and Mark Levine, debated exemptions and credits. Governor Hochul called the charge 'crucial to cutting the number of vehicles and combating climate change.' The hearings reflect strong support for minimal carveouts and immediate action to fund transit and clear streets. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided.

• Thousand ask to speak at upcoming MTA congestion pricing hearings, amny.com, Published 2022-08-25

A sedan turning left struck a northbound e-bike on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cited the sedan driver for failure to yield right-of-way. The rider wore a helmet.

According to the police report, a 2016 sedan making a left turn collided with a northbound e-bike on 3 Avenue near Bay Ridge Parkway in Brooklyn. The e-bike driver, a 29-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious and was not ejected. The point of impact was the sedan's left side doors and the e-bike's right front bumper. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor attributed to the sedan driver. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4555088 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

StreetsPAC called for voters to oust State Sen. Kevin Parker. They backed Kaegan Mays-Williams for her push on protected bike lanes and bus network redesign. Parker ignored safety questions. StreetsPAC praised other candidates who fight for safer streets and transit.

On August 9, 2022, StreetsPAC, New York City's safe streets political action committee, issued an endorsement urging Central Brooklyn voters to retire State Sen. Kevin Parker. The group backed Kaegan Mays-Williams, citing her support for redesigning Brooklyn's bus network and expanding protected bike lanes. StreetsPAC Executive Director Eric McClure said, 'She supports redesigning Brooklyn's bus network to simplify routes and speed commutes.' Parker did not respond to StreetsPAC's request for information and has a record of negative incidents. Mays-Williams stressed the need for dependable public transit and safer cycling. StreetsPAC also highlighted the safety records of Andrew Gounardes, Angel Vasquez, Jabori Brisport, Rajiv Gowda, Christian Amato, and Kristen Gonzalez, noting their support for speed cameras, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and transit improvements. The endorsement signals a clear push for candidates who prioritize vulnerable road users.

• StreetsPAC to Central Brooklyn Voters: Retire State Sen. Kevin Parker Now!, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-08-09

A bicyclist riding north was struck on her left side by a parked SUV in Brooklyn. She suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s view was obstructed, contributing to the crash.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a parked SUV struck her on the left side doors while both were traveling north near 9257 4 Avenue in Brooklyn. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to see the bicyclist. The SUV was stationary before the crash, and the impact was on the vehicle's left side doors and the bike's center front end. No other driver errors or victim faults are noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552716 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

Speed cameras now run all day, every day in New York City. The law ends the blackout. No more breaks for speeders. State Senator Andrew Gounardes led the charge. The city’s streets stay watched. Vulnerable lives get a fighting chance.

On August 1, 2022, a new law took effect expanding New York City’s speed camera program to operate 24/7. The bill, sponsored in the State Senate by Andrew Gounardes, passed in Albany and was signed by Governor Hochul in June. The measure extends the program for three years and ends the old rule that shut cameras off overnight and on weekends. The Department of Transportation has installed about 2,000 cameras in 750 school zones. The bill’s summary: 'expands the safety technology around the clock.' Gounardes said, 'Your right to speed does not supersede anyone’s rights to live on the streets safely.' Mayor Eric Adams joined advocates to celebrate, stating, 'A city that never sleeps deserves a camera system that won’t take a nap.' DOT data shows 59% of traffic deaths happened during off hours. The expansion aims to close that deadly gap.

• Whoa there! NYC speed cameras now stay on 24/7, amny.com, Published 2022-08-01

Sedan lost steering on Gowanus Expressway. Left rear passenger, a 25-year-old woman, suffered whole-body pain and shock. Impact crushed the left front bumper. System failed. Passenger hurt.

According to the police report, a 2018 Honda sedan traveling west on the Gowanus Expressway suffered a steering failure. The left rear passenger, a 25-year-old woman, was injured, reporting pain throughout her body and shock. The car's left front bumper took the impact and was damaged. The driver, a licensed man from Connecticut, was going straight ahead. The report lists 'Steering Failure' as the contributing factor. The injured passenger wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No other driver errors or victim factors were recorded.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4550718 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

An e-bike rider passed too closely by a parked bus on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider struck the bus’s right side door, suffering abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male e-bike rider was injured while passing a parked bus on 3 Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike collided with the right side doors of the bus, causing abrasions to the rider’s elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor. The rider was not wearing any safety equipment and was conscious after the crash. The bus and a taxi were both parked at the time of the collision. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549763 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

A driver killed cyclist Wenntwen Porgho at a deadly Bronx intersection. No charges were filed. The spot is known for crashes, yet remains unchanged. Lawmakers blasted the lack of accountability. Another pedestrian, Monica Chen, was killed days earlier. Still, no charges.

On July 21, 2022, a driver killed cyclist Wenntwen Porgho at a dangerous Bronx intersection. The intersection, despite a history of crashes, has not been redesigned. No charges were filed against the driver, even though evidence suggested a failure to yield. Days earlier, Monica Chen, a pedestrian, was killed by a turning driver in Bay Ridge. Again, no charges. State Sen. Andrew Gounardes and City Council Member Justin Brannan expressed outrage, stating, "We are both outraged that the epidemic of traffic violence continues and as a result, a 67 year old woman is dead." They pledged to press the Department of Transportation for more safety measures. The NYPD declined comment. The Bronx faces a surge in road deaths. Vulnerable road users pay the price.

• Driver Kills Cyclist in Deadly Bronx Yet is Not Charged — Part of a Surge in Road Violence, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-07-21

A Ford SUV turned left at 7th Avenue and Ovington. The bumper struck a 67-year-old woman’s head as she crossed with the light. She died in the crosswalk. The driver failed to yield. Her body lay still on the hot pavement.

A 67-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 7th Avenue and Ovington Avenue when a Ford SUV made a left turn and struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, 'A Ford SUV turned left. A 67-year-old woman crossed with the light. The bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk. The driver did not yield.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. The SUV’s driver and multiple passengers were not physically injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers fail to yield to pedestrians in New York City intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547097 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11

Governor Hochul signed a law forcing new drivers to study pedestrian and cyclist safety. The law adds these topics to pre-licensing courses and written exams. Senator Gounardes pushed the measure. Streets are not just for cars. The law takes effect January.

On July 15, 2022, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill mandating that new drivers in New York be tested on pedestrian and cyclist safety awareness. The measure, championed by State Senator Andrew Gounardes, requires pre-licensing courses and written exams to include instruction on the dangers faced by cyclists and pedestrians. The bill's summary states it aims to 'educate drivers about the dangers faced by cyclists and pedestrians and will create a thoughtful road culture going forward.' Gounardes sponsored the bill, which takes effect in January. Until now, the driver's manual offered only a single page on sharing the road. The law directs the state to consult law enforcement, advocates, and medical experts to shape the curriculum. Hochul said, 'This law will help prevent crashes and save lives.'

• Hochul signs bill mandating new NY drivers be tested on cyclist and pedestrian safety awareness, gothamist.com, Published 2022-07-15

Gov. Hochul signed a law forcing new drivers to learn about pedestrian and cyclist safety. The law closes a deadly gap in driver education. Assemblymember Gallagher and Senator Gounardes led the push. The change targets inexperience behind the wheel. Lives are at stake.

On July 15, 2022, Governor Hochul signed a law requiring cyclist and pedestrian safety awareness in New York's driver licensing process. The bill, led by Assemblymember Emily Gallagher and Senator Andrew Gounardes, updates the five-hour pre-licensing course and driver's manual. The matter summary states: 'The law addresses a longstanding gap in driver education, which had previously left generations of motorists with little awareness of road-sharing with pedestrians and cyclists.' Gov. Hochul said, 'It is common sense to make pedestrian and bike safety education mandatory for drivers.' Gounardes noted that driver instruction had not kept pace with the growing presence of cyclists and micro-mobility users. In 2021, driver inexperience contributed to over 2,500 injury crashes in NYC. The law took 11 years to pass, reflecting persistent advocacy for vulnerable road users.

• Gov. Hochul Signs Law Adding Cyclist and Pedestrian Safety Awareness to Driver’s License Requirements, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-07-15

A BMW struck a northbound cyclist at 78th Street and 3rd Avenue. The rider flew. His head split. Blood pooled. The bike lay crushed. The car’s front end crumpled. The cyclist, 39, was conscious but badly hurt. Night. Brooklyn. Metal and flesh.

A BMW sedan hit a northbound cyclist at the corner of 78th Street and 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened at 1:55 a.m. The cyclist, age 39, was thrown from his bike. His head was severely lacerated. Blood pooled on the street. The BMW’s front end crumpled. The bike was crushed. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. Police list 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unspecified' as contributing factors. The report notes the cyclist wore no helmet, but this is mentioned only after the crash details. No injuries were reported for the BMW’s driver or passenger. The scene was chaos. The toll was clear.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4545941 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11