About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 7
▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 4
▸ Severe Lacerations 2
▸ Concussion 9
▸ Whiplash 37
▸ Contusion/Bruise 70
▸ Abrasion 37
▸ Pain/Nausea 18
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Belt Parkway Bleeds. Ocean Avenue Mourns.
Sheepshead Bay-Manhattan Beach-Gerritsen Beach: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
- Four people are dead here since 2022. Hundreds are hurt. Pedestrians take two of the deaths; car occupants take two more, according to city data for Sheepshead Bay–Manhattan Beach–Gerritsen Beach. The worst toll sits on the Belt Parkway. Two killed. 257 injured.
- A 58-year-old man died walking near the Belt in 2022. A taxi and a sedan hit him. Police logged him as a pedestrian not at an intersection (CrashID 4578958).
- A 57-year-old passenger died in a Belt Parkway pileup in 2023. Seven vehicles. One unlicensed driver among them (CrashID 4680397).
- In 2024, a 77-year-old driver on Ocean Avenue was killed in a three-car crash. He was unconscious at the scene (CrashID 4720212).
- Since then, the injuries keep coming. Pedestrians: 212. Cyclists: 71. Other motorized riders: 43. The data runs through August 24, 2025 (NYC Open Data rollup).
Speed peaks. People break.
- The clock tells a story. Injuries spike in the afternoon. The 4 p.m. hour carries 84 injuries and two deaths. The 5 p.m. hour has 102 injuries. Night doesn’t save you: 9 p.m. shows another death (hourly distribution).
- SUVs lead pedestrian harm here: 93 pedestrian casualties, including one death, tied to SUVs. Sedans follow with 77. A taxi accounts for another pedestrian death (causes of pedestrian injuries).
- “Criminal charges for him were still pending,” police said in one Brooklyn crash covered citywide this month. Another line from the same day: a bus hit a teen on a scooter; the boy was critical (Gothamist roundup). The pattern is bigger than one block.
Three corners. One fix.
- The Belt Parkway is a hotspot. So is Ocean Avenue. Oriental Boulevard, too, where a 99-year-old man was killed in a crosswalk area in 2022 (CrashID 4500449).
- Contributing factors logged by NYPD put “other” at the top, but the injuries show the shape: inattention, failure to yield, and unsafe speed all appear in the file (contributing factors).
- The fixes are not theory. Daylighting at corners. Hardened turns. Leading pedestrian intervals. Targeted enforcement at the repeat hotspots. The afternoon hours need it most.
Officials know what works — do they?
- Albany gave the city power to lower speeds. Advocates say use it. “Sammy’s Law gave NYC the power to set safer speeds. Lower our residential speed limit to 20 mph,” our site tells readers to demand (Take Action).
- The state is weighing speed limiters for repeat speeders. The bill — S 4045 — would require intelligent speed assistance after a record of violations. Senators moved it through committee in June (Open States file). City press has shown what repeat offenders do to families. One Streetsblog analysis ties a small group of drivers to a big share of deaths (Streetsblog overview).
- On the ground, some electeds fought basic visibility. A DOT report against universal daylighting became fuel for opponents, including Council Member Inna Vernikov (coverage). Earlier, she pushed DOT to pause bike lanes in Southern Brooklyn (report).
The names fade. The corners don’t.
- This year to date, crashes are up about 27% over last year at this time. Injuries are up, too (period stats).
- Peak hours. Same streets. Same toll.
What now
- Lower the default city speed to 20 mph. Deploy speed limiters for repeat speeders. Fix the corners that do the most harm. The law and the data allow it. The delay costs lives. Act. Take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes (NYC Open Data) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
- S 4045 (Intelligent Speed Assistance for repeat offenders), Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- Map Quest: Meet The City’s Most Dangerous Drivers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-16
- DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
- Brooklyn Pol Boasts DOT Paused Bike Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-21
- Judge Halts Bedford Avenue Bike Lane Removal, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-15
Other Representatives
District 41
3520 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11229
Room 324, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 48
2401 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11229
718-368-9176
250 Broadway, Suite 1773, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7366
District 23
2875 W. 8th St. Unit #3, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Room 617, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Sheepshead Bay-Manhattan Beach-Gerritsen Beach Sheepshead Bay-Manhattan Beach-Gerritsen Beach sits in Brooklyn, District 48, AD 41, SD 23, Brooklyn CB15.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Sheepshead Bay-Manhattan Beach-Gerritsen Beach
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Side-Impact Collision Injures Two Brooklyn Passengers▸Sep 19 - Two passengers suffered severe whole-body injuries in a side-impact crash on Ocean Avenue. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The collision involved a SUV and a sedan, each struck on opposite side doors, leaving occupants in shock and pain.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:10 on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. Two male occupants, aged 28 and 26, were injured as passengers in the vehicles involved. Both were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The SUV, traveling south, was struck on its left side doors, while the sedan, also traveling south, was struck on its right side doors. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both passengers suffered injuries to their entire bodies and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision's impact on the side doors suggests a T-bone or side-swipe scenario, highlighting the dangers of side-impact crashes in urban traffic.
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SUV Starting From Parking Collides With Bus▸Sep 19 - A 60-year-old male SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock after his vehicle, starting from a parking spot, collided with a southbound bus on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the right front of both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:55 on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. The SUV, driven by a 60-year-old male, was starting from a parking position when it collided with a southbound bus. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the bus. The SUV driver sustained neck injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed. The report lists the SUV driver's contributing factors as unspecified, indicating potential driver error during the maneuver from parking. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the risks posed by vehicle movements from parked positions into active traffic lanes.
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E-Scooter Driver Suffers Severe Leg Injury▸Sep 19 - A 58-year-old male e-scooter driver sustained a serious knee and lower leg injury in Brooklyn. The crash caused a fracture and dislocation. The driver was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male operating an e-scooter in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM suffered a severe injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fracture and dislocation. The driver was conscious and remained on the vehicle, which showed no damage or point of impact. The e-scooter was traveling west, going straight ahead before the incident. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was licensed in New York and was the sole occupant. The absence of vehicle damage suggests the injury may have resulted from a fall or loss of control rather than a collision with another vehicle.
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Mercedes Narcisse Highlights Systemic Bias in Jaywalking Enforcement▸Sep 12 - City Council pulled the jaywalking bill before a vote. Advocates warned new language could blame pedestrians for crashes. The bill would have let people cross mid-block, but now demands they yield to drivers. Racial bias in enforcement remains unaddressed.
On September 12, 2024, the City Council delayed action on a bill to legalize jaywalking. The measure, sponsored by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, passed the Transportation Committee but was withdrawn before a full Council vote. The bill’s summary stated it would 'legalize crossing outside crosswalks and require a pedestrian education campaign.' Advocates objected to last-minute changes that would force pedestrians to yield to drivers, fearing it could criminalize those struck by cars. Narcisse highlighted 'systemic bias in how these laws are enforced.' Committee Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers said, 'There is little evidence to support the claim that criminal or civil offenses for jaywalking change pedestrian behavior or increase pedestrian safety,' and noted racial disparities in ticketing. The NYPD and DOT opposed the bill, citing safety concerns. The bill’s fate remains uncertain, with advocates demanding stronger protections for pedestrians.
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Council Balks on Legalizing ‘Jaywalking’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-12
10
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Helmeted Bicyclist▸Sep 10 - A 37-year-old bicyclist wearing a helmet was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries after an SUV turned improperly on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist injured with serious trauma to the hip and head.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:55 on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The SUV, traveling west, struck the bicyclist who was traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and upper leg injuries. He was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's actions. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers by motor vehicle drivers.
10Int 0346-2024
Narcisse votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Sep 10 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-10
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Two Sedans Collide on Belt Parkway Injuring Driver▸Aug 29 - Two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided head-on. The female driver of one vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash, experiencing shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage. The crash caused serious injury but no ejections.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway when they collided. The point of impact was the right front bumper of a 2023 BMW and the left front bumper of a 2017 Toyota. The female driver of the BMW, age 50, was injured with head trauma and whiplash and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision caused significant damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and resulted in injury to the BMW driver.
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Two Sedans Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided at Avenue W and East 26 Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 30-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury, conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:59 on Avenue W near East 26 Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound and one eastbound—collided with impact on the right front bumper of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 30-year-old female driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and restrained, with an airbag deployed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the data. The collision involved two vehicle occupants in the southbound sedan and one occupant in the eastbound sedan.
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Two SUVs Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
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SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
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Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
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Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
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Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Sep 19 - Two passengers suffered severe whole-body injuries in a side-impact crash on Ocean Avenue. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The collision involved a SUV and a sedan, each struck on opposite side doors, leaving occupants in shock and pain.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:10 on Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn. Two male occupants, aged 28 and 26, were injured as passengers in the vehicles involved. Both were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The SUV, traveling south, was struck on its left side doors, while the sedan, also traveling south, was struck on its right side doors. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both passengers suffered injuries to their entire bodies and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision's impact on the side doors suggests a T-bone or side-swipe scenario, highlighting the dangers of side-impact crashes in urban traffic.
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SUV Starting From Parking Collides With Bus▸Sep 19 - A 60-year-old male SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock after his vehicle, starting from a parking spot, collided with a southbound bus on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the right front of both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:55 on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. The SUV, driven by a 60-year-old male, was starting from a parking position when it collided with a southbound bus. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the bus. The SUV driver sustained neck injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed. The report lists the SUV driver's contributing factors as unspecified, indicating potential driver error during the maneuver from parking. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the risks posed by vehicle movements from parked positions into active traffic lanes.
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E-Scooter Driver Suffers Severe Leg Injury▸Sep 19 - A 58-year-old male e-scooter driver sustained a serious knee and lower leg injury in Brooklyn. The crash caused a fracture and dislocation. The driver was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male operating an e-scooter in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM suffered a severe injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fracture and dislocation. The driver was conscious and remained on the vehicle, which showed no damage or point of impact. The e-scooter was traveling west, going straight ahead before the incident. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was licensed in New York and was the sole occupant. The absence of vehicle damage suggests the injury may have resulted from a fall or loss of control rather than a collision with another vehicle.
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Mercedes Narcisse Highlights Systemic Bias in Jaywalking Enforcement▸Sep 12 - City Council pulled the jaywalking bill before a vote. Advocates warned new language could blame pedestrians for crashes. The bill would have let people cross mid-block, but now demands they yield to drivers. Racial bias in enforcement remains unaddressed.
On September 12, 2024, the City Council delayed action on a bill to legalize jaywalking. The measure, sponsored by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, passed the Transportation Committee but was withdrawn before a full Council vote. The bill’s summary stated it would 'legalize crossing outside crosswalks and require a pedestrian education campaign.' Advocates objected to last-minute changes that would force pedestrians to yield to drivers, fearing it could criminalize those struck by cars. Narcisse highlighted 'systemic bias in how these laws are enforced.' Committee Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers said, 'There is little evidence to support the claim that criminal or civil offenses for jaywalking change pedestrian behavior or increase pedestrian safety,' and noted racial disparities in ticketing. The NYPD and DOT opposed the bill, citing safety concerns. The bill’s fate remains uncertain, with advocates demanding stronger protections for pedestrians.
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Council Balks on Legalizing ‘Jaywalking’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-12
10
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Helmeted Bicyclist▸Sep 10 - A 37-year-old bicyclist wearing a helmet was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries after an SUV turned improperly on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist injured with serious trauma to the hip and head.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:55 on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The SUV, traveling west, struck the bicyclist who was traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and upper leg injuries. He was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's actions. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers by motor vehicle drivers.
10Int 0346-2024
Narcisse votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Sep 10 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-10
29
Two Sedans Collide on Belt Parkway Injuring Driver▸Aug 29 - Two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided head-on. The female driver of one vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash, experiencing shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage. The crash caused serious injury but no ejections.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway when they collided. The point of impact was the right front bumper of a 2023 BMW and the left front bumper of a 2017 Toyota. The female driver of the BMW, age 50, was injured with head trauma and whiplash and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision caused significant damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and resulted in injury to the BMW driver.
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Two Sedans Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided at Avenue W and East 26 Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 30-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury, conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:59 on Avenue W near East 26 Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound and one eastbound—collided with impact on the right front bumper of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 30-year-old female driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and restrained, with an airbag deployed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the data. The collision involved two vehicle occupants in the southbound sedan and one occupant in the eastbound sedan.
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Two SUVs Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
26
SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
26
SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
30
Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
23
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Sep 19 - A 60-year-old male SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock after his vehicle, starting from a parking spot, collided with a southbound bus on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. The impact damaged the right front of both vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:55 on Shore Parkway in Brooklyn. The SUV, driven by a 60-year-old male, was starting from a parking position when it collided with a southbound bus. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right front quarter panel of the bus. The SUV driver sustained neck injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed. The report lists the SUV driver's contributing factors as unspecified, indicating potential driver error during the maneuver from parking. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights the risks posed by vehicle movements from parked positions into active traffic lanes.
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E-Scooter Driver Suffers Severe Leg Injury▸Sep 19 - A 58-year-old male e-scooter driver sustained a serious knee and lower leg injury in Brooklyn. The crash caused a fracture and dislocation. The driver was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male operating an e-scooter in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM suffered a severe injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fracture and dislocation. The driver was conscious and remained on the vehicle, which showed no damage or point of impact. The e-scooter was traveling west, going straight ahead before the incident. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was licensed in New York and was the sole occupant. The absence of vehicle damage suggests the injury may have resulted from a fall or loss of control rather than a collision with another vehicle.
12
Mercedes Narcisse Highlights Systemic Bias in Jaywalking Enforcement▸Sep 12 - City Council pulled the jaywalking bill before a vote. Advocates warned new language could blame pedestrians for crashes. The bill would have let people cross mid-block, but now demands they yield to drivers. Racial bias in enforcement remains unaddressed.
On September 12, 2024, the City Council delayed action on a bill to legalize jaywalking. The measure, sponsored by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, passed the Transportation Committee but was withdrawn before a full Council vote. The bill’s summary stated it would 'legalize crossing outside crosswalks and require a pedestrian education campaign.' Advocates objected to last-minute changes that would force pedestrians to yield to drivers, fearing it could criminalize those struck by cars. Narcisse highlighted 'systemic bias in how these laws are enforced.' Committee Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers said, 'There is little evidence to support the claim that criminal or civil offenses for jaywalking change pedestrian behavior or increase pedestrian safety,' and noted racial disparities in ticketing. The NYPD and DOT opposed the bill, citing safety concerns. The bill’s fate remains uncertain, with advocates demanding stronger protections for pedestrians.
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Council Balks on Legalizing ‘Jaywalking’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-12
10
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Helmeted Bicyclist▸Sep 10 - A 37-year-old bicyclist wearing a helmet was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries after an SUV turned improperly on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist injured with serious trauma to the hip and head.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:55 on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The SUV, traveling west, struck the bicyclist who was traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and upper leg injuries. He was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's actions. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers by motor vehicle drivers.
10Int 0346-2024
Narcisse votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Sep 10 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-10
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Two Sedans Collide on Belt Parkway Injuring Driver▸Aug 29 - Two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided head-on. The female driver of one vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash, experiencing shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage. The crash caused serious injury but no ejections.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway when they collided. The point of impact was the right front bumper of a 2023 BMW and the left front bumper of a 2017 Toyota. The female driver of the BMW, age 50, was injured with head trauma and whiplash and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision caused significant damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and resulted in injury to the BMW driver.
28
Two Sedans Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided at Avenue W and East 26 Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 30-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury, conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:59 on Avenue W near East 26 Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound and one eastbound—collided with impact on the right front bumper of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 30-year-old female driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and restrained, with an airbag deployed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the data. The collision involved two vehicle occupants in the southbound sedan and one occupant in the eastbound sedan.
28
Two SUVs Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
26
SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
26
SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
30
Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
23
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Sep 19 - A 58-year-old male e-scooter driver sustained a serious knee and lower leg injury in Brooklyn. The crash caused a fracture and dislocation. The driver was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. Contributing factors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male operating an e-scooter in Brooklyn at 12:51 PM suffered a severe injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fracture and dislocation. The driver was conscious and remained on the vehicle, which showed no damage or point of impact. The e-scooter was traveling west, going straight ahead before the incident. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no mention of driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was licensed in New York and was the sole occupant. The absence of vehicle damage suggests the injury may have resulted from a fall or loss of control rather than a collision with another vehicle.
12
Mercedes Narcisse Highlights Systemic Bias in Jaywalking Enforcement▸Sep 12 - City Council pulled the jaywalking bill before a vote. Advocates warned new language could blame pedestrians for crashes. The bill would have let people cross mid-block, but now demands they yield to drivers. Racial bias in enforcement remains unaddressed.
On September 12, 2024, the City Council delayed action on a bill to legalize jaywalking. The measure, sponsored by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, passed the Transportation Committee but was withdrawn before a full Council vote. The bill’s summary stated it would 'legalize crossing outside crosswalks and require a pedestrian education campaign.' Advocates objected to last-minute changes that would force pedestrians to yield to drivers, fearing it could criminalize those struck by cars. Narcisse highlighted 'systemic bias in how these laws are enforced.' Committee Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers said, 'There is little evidence to support the claim that criminal or civil offenses for jaywalking change pedestrian behavior or increase pedestrian safety,' and noted racial disparities in ticketing. The NYPD and DOT opposed the bill, citing safety concerns. The bill’s fate remains uncertain, with advocates demanding stronger protections for pedestrians.
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Council Balks on Legalizing ‘Jaywalking’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-12
10
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Helmeted Bicyclist▸Sep 10 - A 37-year-old bicyclist wearing a helmet was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries after an SUV turned improperly on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist injured with serious trauma to the hip and head.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:55 on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The SUV, traveling west, struck the bicyclist who was traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and upper leg injuries. He was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's actions. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers by motor vehicle drivers.
10Int 0346-2024
Narcisse votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Sep 10 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-10
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Two Sedans Collide on Belt Parkway Injuring Driver▸Aug 29 - Two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided head-on. The female driver of one vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash, experiencing shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage. The crash caused serious injury but no ejections.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway when they collided. The point of impact was the right front bumper of a 2023 BMW and the left front bumper of a 2017 Toyota. The female driver of the BMW, age 50, was injured with head trauma and whiplash and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision caused significant damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and resulted in injury to the BMW driver.
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Two Sedans Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided at Avenue W and East 26 Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 30-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury, conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:59 on Avenue W near East 26 Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound and one eastbound—collided with impact on the right front bumper of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 30-year-old female driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and restrained, with an airbag deployed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the data. The collision involved two vehicle occupants in the southbound sedan and one occupant in the eastbound sedan.
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Two SUVs Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
26
SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
26
SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
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Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
23
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Sep 12 - City Council pulled the jaywalking bill before a vote. Advocates warned new language could blame pedestrians for crashes. The bill would have let people cross mid-block, but now demands they yield to drivers. Racial bias in enforcement remains unaddressed.
On September 12, 2024, the City Council delayed action on a bill to legalize jaywalking. The measure, sponsored by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, passed the Transportation Committee but was withdrawn before a full Council vote. The bill’s summary stated it would 'legalize crossing outside crosswalks and require a pedestrian education campaign.' Advocates objected to last-minute changes that would force pedestrians to yield to drivers, fearing it could criminalize those struck by cars. Narcisse highlighted 'systemic bias in how these laws are enforced.' Committee Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers said, 'There is little evidence to support the claim that criminal or civil offenses for jaywalking change pedestrian behavior or increase pedestrian safety,' and noted racial disparities in ticketing. The NYPD and DOT opposed the bill, citing safety concerns. The bill’s fate remains uncertain, with advocates demanding stronger protections for pedestrians.
- Council Balks on Legalizing ‘Jaywalking’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-09-12
10
SUV Turns Improperly, Injures Helmeted Bicyclist▸Sep 10 - A 37-year-old bicyclist wearing a helmet was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries after an SUV turned improperly on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist injured with serious trauma to the hip and head.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:55 on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The SUV, traveling west, struck the bicyclist who was traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and upper leg injuries. He was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's actions. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers by motor vehicle drivers.
10Int 0346-2024
Narcisse votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Sep 10 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-10
29
Two Sedans Collide on Belt Parkway Injuring Driver▸Aug 29 - Two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided head-on. The female driver of one vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash, experiencing shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage. The crash caused serious injury but no ejections.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway when they collided. The point of impact was the right front bumper of a 2023 BMW and the left front bumper of a 2017 Toyota. The female driver of the BMW, age 50, was injured with head trauma and whiplash and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision caused significant damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and resulted in injury to the BMW driver.
28
Two Sedans Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided at Avenue W and East 26 Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 30-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury, conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:59 on Avenue W near East 26 Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound and one eastbound—collided with impact on the right front bumper of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 30-year-old female driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and restrained, with an airbag deployed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the data. The collision involved two vehicle occupants in the southbound sedan and one occupant in the eastbound sedan.
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Two SUVs Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
26
SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
26
SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
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Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
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Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
23
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Sep 10 - A 37-year-old bicyclist wearing a helmet was ejected and suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries after an SUV turned improperly on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The crash left the cyclist injured with serious trauma to the hip and head.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:55 on Shore Boulevard in Brooklyn. The SUV, traveling west, struck the bicyclist who was traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and upper leg injuries. He was wearing a helmet at the time. The SUV sustained damage to its left side doors. The bicyclist was conscious but seriously injured. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's actions. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers by motor vehicle drivers.
10Int 0346-2024
Narcisse votes yes to decriminalize jaywalking, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Sep 10 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-10
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Two Sedans Collide on Belt Parkway Injuring Driver▸Aug 29 - Two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided head-on. The female driver of one vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash, experiencing shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage. The crash caused serious injury but no ejections.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway when they collided. The point of impact was the right front bumper of a 2023 BMW and the left front bumper of a 2017 Toyota. The female driver of the BMW, age 50, was injured with head trauma and whiplash and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision caused significant damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and resulted in injury to the BMW driver.
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Two Sedans Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided at Avenue W and East 26 Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 30-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury, conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:59 on Avenue W near East 26 Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound and one eastbound—collided with impact on the right front bumper of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 30-year-old female driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and restrained, with an airbag deployed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the data. The collision involved two vehicle occupants in the southbound sedan and one occupant in the eastbound sedan.
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Two SUVs Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
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SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
26
SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
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Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Sep 10 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-10
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Two Sedans Collide on Belt Parkway Injuring Driver▸Aug 29 - Two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided head-on. The female driver of one vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash, experiencing shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage. The crash caused serious injury but no ejections.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway when they collided. The point of impact was the right front bumper of a 2023 BMW and the left front bumper of a 2017 Toyota. The female driver of the BMW, age 50, was injured with head trauma and whiplash and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision caused significant damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and resulted in injury to the BMW driver.
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Two Sedans Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided at Avenue W and East 26 Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 30-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury, conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:59 on Avenue W near East 26 Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound and one eastbound—collided with impact on the right front bumper of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 30-year-old female driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and restrained, with an airbag deployed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the data. The collision involved two vehicle occupants in the southbound sedan and one occupant in the eastbound sedan.
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Two SUVs Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
26
SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
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Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
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Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 29 - Two sedans traveling east on Belt Parkway collided head-on. The female driver of one vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash, experiencing shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage. The crash caused serious injury but no ejections.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway when they collided. The point of impact was the right front bumper of a 2023 BMW and the left front bumper of a 2017 Toyota. The female driver of the BMW, age 50, was injured with head trauma and whiplash and was reported to be in shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision caused significant damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and resulted in injury to the BMW driver.
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Two Sedans Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided at Avenue W and East 26 Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 30-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury, conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:59 on Avenue W near East 26 Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound and one eastbound—collided with impact on the right front bumper of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 30-year-old female driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and restrained, with an airbag deployed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the data. The collision involved two vehicle occupants in the southbound sedan and one occupant in the eastbound sedan.
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Two SUVs Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
26
SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
26
SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
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Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
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Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
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Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 28 - Two sedans collided at Avenue W and East 26 Street in Brooklyn. The impact struck the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 30-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury, conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:59 on Avenue W near East 26 Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans traveling straight ahead—one southbound and one eastbound—collided with impact on the right front bumper of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the eastbound vehicle. The 30-year-old female driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining a head injury and concussion. She was conscious and restrained, with an airbag deployed. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the data. The collision involved two vehicle occupants in the southbound sedan and one occupant in the eastbound sedan.
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Two SUVs Collide on Avenue W in Brooklyn▸Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
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SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
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SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
30
Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
23
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 28 - Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Avenue W in Brooklyn. Both drivers, young men, suffered serious injuries including neck and back trauma. The crash demolished both vehicles and left occupants in shock with complaints of pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:40 on Avenue W near Batchelder Street in Brooklyn. Two sport utility vehicles, one traveling north and the other west, collided with severe damage to both vehicles. The driver of the Nissan SUV, a 19-year-old male with a permit, and his 20-year-old male front passenger were both injured, sustaining neck and back injuries respectively. Both occupants experienced shock and complaints of pain and whiplash. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor for both drivers, indicating failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The Nissan's point of impact was the right front quarter panel, while the Volvo SUV was struck in the center front end. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.
26
SUV Left Turn Crushes Moped, Injures Rider▸Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
26
SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
30
Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
23
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 26 - A moped rider traveling east was struck and overturned by an SUV making a left turn westbound on Knapp Street, Brooklyn. The moped was demolished. The rider suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding, left in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:44 on Knapp Street in Brooklyn. The collision involved a 2023 Yamaha moped traveling straight east and a 2016 Audi SUV making a left turn westbound. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper striking the moped, which overturned and was demolished. The moped rider, a 38-year-old male, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding, experiencing shock but was not ejected. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to yield to the moped rider. Both drivers were licensed New York residents. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The injury and damage severity highlight the systemic danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
26
SUV Turns Right Strikes Southbound Moped▸Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
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Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
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Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
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Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 26 - A moped rider suffered head injuries after an SUV made a right turn and struck the vehicle’s left rear quarter panel. The collision occurred on Avenue X in Brooklyn. The moped driver was conscious but bruised, wearing a helmet at impact.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 15:52 on Avenue X in Brooklyn. A 31-year-old male moped driver, traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was struck on the center front end of his vehicle by a 2024 Kia SUV making a right turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The moped driver sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene, wearing a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but explicitly notes the SUV driver’s maneuver of making a right turn as the pre-crash action. The moped driver’s helmet use is recorded but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to vulnerable road users traveling straight through intersections.
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse is absent as Council passes neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
30
Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
23
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Narcisse misses committee vote on neutral-impact micromobility data transparency bill.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
30
Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
23
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
15Int 0745-2024
Vernikov votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
30
Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
23
E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
10
Motorcycle Injured in Bus Lane-Change Crash▸Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
3
Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
30
Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
24
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
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Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 10 - A motorcycle driver suffered elbow abrasions after a collision with a bus on the Belt Parkway. The crash occurred as the motorcycle changed lanes improperly, striking the bus’s center back end. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash happened on the Belt Parkway at 21:02. A 21-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The motorcycle, traveling west, was changing lanes when it collided with the center back end of a westbound bus. The bus driver, also male and licensed in New York, was going straight ahead at the time. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor, indicating the motorcycle driver’s lane change triggered the crash. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors in the report.
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Bus Hits Cyclist on Stuart Street▸Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
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Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
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Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Aug 3 - A bus struck a 56-year-old woman on a bike in Brooklyn. She stayed conscious, suffered arm abrasions. Police cite limited driver view. Systemic danger on city streets remains clear.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on Stuart Street in Brooklyn collided with a 56-year-old female bicyclist, also heading west. The cyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions and an upper arm injury, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, highlighting the bus driver's limited visibility. No damage was reported to the bus. The bicyclist wore a helmet, but helmet use was not a contributing factor. The crash exposes the ongoing risks posed by obstructed views in dense city traffic, with no fault assigned to the cyclist.
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Sedans Crash Leaving Elderly Driver Hurt▸Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
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Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Jul 30 - Two sedans smashed on Bedford Avenue. One driver, age 84, took a blow to the head and shock. Metal bent, glass broke. Both cars scarred. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn at 13:38. One sedan was starting from parking, the other moving straight ahead. The crash struck the right side doors of the moving car and the left front bumper of the parked car. The 84-year-old male driver of the moving sedan suffered a head abrasion and shock. Both vehicles were damaged. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver but does not name any specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Belt Parkway▸Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
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Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Jul 24 - Four sedans slammed together on Belt Parkway. Two men hurt, one with neck pain, one with back pain. Both conscious. Rear-end impacts. Driver errors not specified. Metal and bodies took the force.
According to the police report, four sedans collided in a chain-reaction crash while heading east on Belt Parkway. Two male occupants were injured: a 35-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, and a 31-year-old driver sustained back injuries. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash involved center back-end impacts to the vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim actions contributed to the crash.
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E-Scooter Driver Injured in Convertible Collision▸Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
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Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Jul 23 - An e-scooter driver suffered chest injuries after colliding with a parked convertible in Brooklyn. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control disregard. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain and nausea at the scene.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sheepshead Bay Road in Brooklyn at 17:45. The e-scooter driver, a 30-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. The e-scooter was passing when it collided with the left side doors of a parked convertible. The injured driver experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. The convertible sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report highlights driver errors including inattention and failure to obey traffic controls as key causes of the collision.
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Distracted SUV Driver Strikes E-Scooter Rider▸Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.
Jul 17 - SUV driver lost focus. Hit a 20-year-old e-scooter rider on Emmons Avenue. Rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries. He stayed conscious. No vehicle damage. Streets remain dangerous for the unprotected.
According to the police report, a 2015 Jeep SUV struck a 20-year-old male e-scooter rider at 19:03 on Emmons Avenue in Brooklyn. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, showing the SUV driver failed to pay attention. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was the only person on his vehicle and had no contributing factors noted. This crash underscores the threat distracted drivers pose to vulnerable road users.