Apr 25 - A pick-up truck’s unsecured load struck John Greenfield as he biked Marion’s six-lane Route 13. No bike lanes. No safe space. Greenfield landed in a coma. The driver was cited. Streetsblog Chicago paused. The city’s streets failed a cyclist again.

"We are optimistic about his recovery and know he's going to be back working for fair transit and safe streets as soon as he can." -- David G. Greenfield

On April 21, 2023, Streetsblog Chicago editor John Greenfield was hit by an unsecured culvert that fell from a pick-up truck while he biked at West DeYoung and North Russell streets in Marion, Illinois. The intersection sits on Illinois Route 13, a six-lane arterial with no bike lanes and incomplete sidewalks. Police cited the driver for carrying an unsecured load. Greenfield was hospitalized and placed in a medically induced coma. Streetsblog co-founder Steven Vance reported that Greenfield’s condition was improving, but the extent of his injuries remained unclear. Greenfield’s brother, David, thanked supporters and urged donations to Streetsblog Chicago. The crash highlights the deadly risk of unprotected roads and lax enforcement. Streetsblog Chicago’s coverage is paused until further notice.

• Streetsblog Chicago Editor John Greenfield Seriously Injured in Bike Crash, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-04-25

Apr 14 - A 27-year-old man suffered back injuries in a Brooklyn crash. His SUV struck a parked sedan’s right front quarter panel. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Police cited driver inexperience as a factor.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old male driver was injured in a collision on Avenue O in Brooklyn. The crash involved an SUV traveling south that struck the right front quarter panel of a parked sedan. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The police report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The injured occupant suffered back injuries and was in shock at the scene. The crash caused damage to the front quarter panel of the parked sedan and the front end of the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4621453 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 4 - A 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Brooklyn when a southbound SUV collided with him at Avenue N. The impact hit the bike’s left front and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered abdominal and pelvic abrasions.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on Avenue N was struck by a southbound 2014 Honda SUV. The collision occurred at the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front quarter panel of the bike. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to the abdomen and pelvis and was conscious after the crash. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The crash highlights the dangers at intersections where vehicles and bicycles cross paths.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4618269 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 29 - A northbound SUV made a U-turn and struck a southbound bicyclist on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn. The cyclist suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries, including bruising. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.

According to the police report, a 2022 Honda SUV was making a U-turn on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn when it collided with a southbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but was not ejected from his bike. The report lists the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the bike was damaged at its center front end. The incident left the cyclist in shock and with moderate injury severity.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4617722 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 2 - A 34-year-old man was struck while crossing Avenue J with the signal. The SUV was making a left turn, hitting the pedestrian's right front quarter panel. The man suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. He remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Avenue J at an intersection with the signal. The crash involved a single SUV making a left turn eastbound. The vehicle struck the pedestrian on its right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. No safety equipment or additional factors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4611186 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 1 - A sedan hit an 18-year-old woman crossing Avenue J in Brooklyn. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, leg, and foot. The impact was at the car's left front bumper.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Avenue J in Brooklyn struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No vehicle damage was reported. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4613042 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 21 - Assembly Bill 4637 would use cameras to keep cars out of bike lanes. The bill targets drivers who block protected lanes. Sponsors say it will protect cyclists from deadly crashes.

Assembly Bill A 4637, now in the sponsorship stage, aims to create a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced on February 21, 2023, enforces restrictions on protected bike lanes using photo devices. The matter title reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani leads as primary sponsor, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill targets drivers who endanger cyclists by blocking protected lanes. No safety analyst note is available.

• File A 4637, Open States, Published 2023-02-21

Feb 11 - An SUV made a right turn on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. It struck a parked sedan with its right front bumper. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front bumpers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred when an SUV was making a right turn on Ocean Avenue and collided with a parked sedan. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error during the turn. The parked sedan was stationary at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4605849 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 28 - A 67-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing Bedford Avenue with the signal. The driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered facial bruises but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn after being struck by a 2014 Nissan SUV. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The report lists driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the face but was conscious. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and operating the vehicle northbound. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4601719 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 24 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24

Jan 24 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24

Jan 23 - A sedan passed too closely and struck a garbage truck on Avenue L in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front passenger, a 71-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The impact hit the sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The passenger remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 2016 sedan traveling west on Avenue L attempted to pass a garbage truck going straight ahead. The sedan struck the truck’s left front bumper with its right rear quarter panel. The front passenger, a 71-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as "Passing Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." The injured person was a passenger in the sedan. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4601694 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 13 - Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.

Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.

• File A 1280, Open States, Published 2023-01-13

Jan 8 - A 32-year-old man driving an SUV eastbound on Avenue J crashed into a parked sedan. The driver suffered facial abrasions and shock. Police found alcohol involvement and no valid license. The parked vehicle was unoccupied at the time of impact.

According to the police report, a 32-year-old male driver operating a 2018 SUV on Avenue J collided with a parked 2004 sedan. The driver was injured, sustaining facial abrasions and shock, and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor and notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked sedan was unoccupied at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596395 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 31 - A BMW SUV traveling west on Avenue O struck multiple parked vehicles. The driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The impact damaged the rear and side of several parked SUVs and a sedan.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old male driver of a BMW SUV was traveling west on Avenue O in Brooklyn when he collided with several parked vehicles. The crash involved multiple parked SUVs and a sedan, with damage to their rear and side panels. The driver was injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the contributing factor as "Other Vehicular," with unspecified driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4594343 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 24 - Two SUVs traveling on Avenue O crashed into parked sedans. Both drivers and a passenger suffered head contusions. The impact damaged front and rear ends of vehicles. Injured occupants wore seat belts and remained conscious after the collision.

According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs traveling on Avenue O collided with parked sedans. The drivers and a front-seat passenger sustained head injuries classified as contusions and bruises. Both injured occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The collision caused damage to the front ends of the moving SUVs and the rear ends of the parked sedans. No ejections occurred. The incident involved multiple vehicles but no pedestrians or cyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4592574 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 18 - A 41-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on Coney Island Avenue. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot. The driver failed to yield and was distracted outside the car. The victim was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Coney Island Avenue struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Outside Car Distraction.' The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No safety equipment or victim fault was noted. The crash highlights driver distraction and failure to yield as critical factors in the injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4591640 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 16 - A northbound SUV turned right on Avenue K. It struck a 61-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a head wound. Blood pooled on the street. She stayed conscious. The SUV was undamaged. The bleeding would not stop.

A 61-year-old woman was crossing Avenue K with the signal when a northbound SUV turned right and struck her. According to the police report, she suffered a head wound and severe bleeding, but remained conscious at the scene. The SUV, driven by a 64-year-old woman, was undamaged. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at an intersection but was crossing with the signal. No helmet or signal violations were listed. The crash left the pedestrian injured and the vehicle unharmed.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4591101 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 15 - A 23-year-old man crossing East 18 Street was struck by a southbound SUV. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. The vehicle hit the pedestrian on its left front quarter panel. Emergency responders treated internal injuries.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male pedestrian was crossing East 18 Street outside an intersection when he was hit by a southbound 2007 Honda SUV. The impact occurred on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained a severe head injury and was unconscious at the scene. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the collision details. The pedestrian was not at a crosswalk or signalized crossing. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590259 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 15 - A Ford SUV struck a Hyundai sedan from behind on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver and a young passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The road was slippery. Both vehicles traveled south. The SUV was slowing; the sedan went straight.

According to the police report, a 2009 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2018 Hyundai sedan on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old woman, and a 4-year-old passenger were injured, both suffering back injuries and whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness; the child was in a child restraint. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. The SUV was slowing or stopping before the collision; the sedan was traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were specified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590703 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19