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May 8 - A 22-year-old bicyclist was ejected on Rockaway Avenue. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Police cite traffic control disregarded as the cause. The rider was unlicensed. The crash left him conscious but hurt.

According to the police report, a crash occurred at 13:19 on Rockaway Avenue at Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. A 22-year-old male bicyclist, traveling westbound and going straight, was ejected from his bike and suffered injuries to his entire body, including whiplash. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors related to the victim's behavior were noted. The incident underscores the risk to vulnerable road users when traffic controls are ignored.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4724957 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 4 - Two mopeds traveling perpendicular directions collided head-on on Stone Avenue in Brooklyn. One driver, a 30-year-old man wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash at 7:18 p.m.

According to the police report, two mopeds collided at the intersection of Stone Avenue and Belmont Avenue in Brooklyn at 7:18 p.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one northbound, the other westbound—when they impacted center front ends. The crash injured a 30-year-old male driver, who was wearing a helmet and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. Both mopeds sustained damage described as "other" to their front ends. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report does not indicate any victim fault or contributing victim behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722116 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 3 - Two sedans collided on Linden Boulevard. Impact struck the rear of a Toyota. A 58-year-old woman in the back seat suffered neck injuries. Police list no driver errors. Streets stay dangerous for passengers.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn collided at 15:20. The front of a 2007 Mercedes struck the rear center of a 2014 Toyota. A 58-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat of the Toyota was injured, suffering neck trauma and whiplash. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The police report lists contributing factors and driver errors as unspecified. The report focuses on the collision and the resulting injury to the passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722126 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 18 - An unlicensed driver in a 2009 SUV made a left turn on Pitkin Avenue, colliding head-on with a parked bus. The driver, a 4-year-old occupant, suffered a severe chest injury. Aggressive driving and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn at 16:25. A 2009 SUV, driven by an unlicensed male driver, was making a left turn when it struck a parked bus head-on. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained center front end damage, as did the bus. The sole occupant of the SUV, a 4-year-old male, was injured with a fractured and dislocated chest injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The driver’s unlicensed status and aggressive driving behavior were key factors in the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4719113 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.

Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.

• File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18

Apr 15 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2024-04-15

Apr 14 - A 21-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and left unconscious after a collision with a sedan making a left turn on Sutter Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-bike driver was unlicensed and riding westbound when struck.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:00 PM on Sutter Avenue near Bristol Street in Brooklyn. The e-bike rider, a 21-year-old male, was traveling westbound going straight ahead when he was struck on the left front bumper by a sedan making a left turn southbound. The e-bike rider was partially ejected and rendered unconscious with an injury severity level of 3. The e-bike driver was unlicensed, operating without a valid license from any jurisdiction, which is a critical factor in the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not attribute fault to the victim. Vehicle damage was noted on the left front quarter panel of the sedan and the left front bumper of the e-bike. No helmet or safety equipment was used by the e-bike rider.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722121 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 12 - Two sedans crashed at Boyland Street in Brooklyn. Both drivers were women, injured by the impact. One suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as causes. Damage hit left front bumpers of both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:10 on Boyland Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans, one traveling north making a right turn and the other going straight west, collided at their left front bumpers. Both drivers were female and licensed, with one holding a New York license and the other from California. The driver making the right turn was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for this driver. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The police report highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central to the crash, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4723647 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 31 - A moped turned left through a red at Sutter and Strauss. The rider struck a woman crossing with the signal. Her shoulder was crushed beneath the front end. She stayed conscious. The street bore witness to the violence.

According to the police report, a moped making a left turn at the corner of Sutter Avenue and Strauss Street disregarded traffic control and ran a red light. The vehicle struck a 28-year-old woman who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report states her shoulder and upper arm were crushed beneath the moped’s center front end, causing significant injury. The pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The police report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The woman’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but only after the driver’s failures. The collision underscores the lethal consequences when drivers ignore traffic controls in Brooklyn’s crosswalks.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714267 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 29 - An SUV turning left on Saratoga Avenue hit a northbound e-bike. The cyclist, a 31-year-old man, suffered full-body injuries. Police cited the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:05 p.m. on Saratoga Avenue in Brooklyn. A 2016 SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound e-bike traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-bike. The 31-year-old male cyclist was injured across his entire body and was wearing a helmet. The report identifies the SUV driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The cyclist’s actions were not listed as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle eastbound at the time. This collision underscores the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield and speeding in Brooklyn’s streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4715440 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 29 - Two sedans collided on Amboy Street in Brooklyn, both drivers traveling at unsafe speeds. The crash left a 52-year-old female driver injured with knee and lower leg trauma. Impact was centered on the front ends of both vehicles, revealing reckless driving.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:58 AM on Amboy Street in Brooklyn. Two sedans collided, each traveling at unsafe speeds, a critical driver error cited as the contributing factor. The report states the point of impact was the center front ends of both vehicles, indicating a head-on or near head-on collision. A 52-year-old female driver was injured, suffering knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, along with whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The collision underscores the systemic danger posed by excessive speed in urban settings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716591 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 27 - Two SUVs slammed together on Pitkin Avenue. The northbound driver took the hit, suffering full-body injuries and shock. Police list no driver errors. Metal twisted. One woman hurt.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 11:16 AM on Pitkin Avenue. A 2012 Jeep heading west struck a 2024 Kia traveling north, hitting the Kia’s right side doors. The Kia’s driver, a 27-year-old woman, was injured across her entire body and went into shock. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. Both vehicles were damaged at the points of impact. The report does not attribute fault or list any victim actions as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712866 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 27 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-03-27

Mar 27 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-03-27

Mar 25 - A bus struck a 47-year-old woman at a Brooklyn intersection. She suffered head injuries and minor bleeding. The bus showed no damage. The crash left the pedestrian semiconscious on the street.

According to the police report, a bus traveling southwest on Junius Street in Brooklyn made a right turn and struck a 47-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Liberty Avenue. The woman suffered head trauma and was semiconscious, bleeding from the head. The bus, a 2009 model, had no reported damage. The point of impact was the right front bumper. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and none for the driver. No driver errors such as failure to yield were cited. No mention of safety equipment or signals as contributing factors. The incident highlights the danger pedestrians face from large vehicles at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712239 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 20 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2024-03-20

Mar 20 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2024-03-20

Mar 13 - A 42-year-old male driver was ejected and injured during an improper U-turn in Brooklyn. The sedan’s front center collided while traveling north. The driver suffered lower leg injuries and shock, highlighting risks from dangerous turning maneuvers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:31 AM in Brooklyn near 611 Howard Avenue. The driver, a 42-year-old male operating a 2022 Ford sedan, was making an improper U-turn when the collision happened. The vehicle’s center front end was the point of impact, indicating a frontal collision during the turn. The driver was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report explicitly lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor twice, emphasizing driver error in executing the maneuver. The driver was not using any safety equipment at the time. This incident underscores the dangers posed by improper turning actions on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709898 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 7 - Council wants every e-bike and scooter tagged and tracked. Plates on wheels. Riders face new rules. Lawmakers say it’s about order. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait.

Int 0606-2024 was introduced on March 7, 2024, in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring that every bicycle with electric assist, electric scooter and other legal motorized vehicle be licensed and registered," would force all e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar vehicles not covered by DMV rules to register with DOT and display visible plates. Council Member Inna Vernikov is the primary sponsor, joined by 26 co-sponsors including Holden, Farías, Riley, and others. The bill was laid over in committee and has not advanced. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.

• File Int 0606-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

Feb 28 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians win the right to cross anywhere, signals or not. The law strips police of power to ticket walkers. Streets shift. The city must now teach all road users the new rules.

Int 0346-2024, now enacted, amends city code to let pedestrians cross streets at any point, even against signals. The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure passed it on October 26, 2024. The bill states: 'crossing against a traffic signal or outside a crosswalk will not be a violation.' Council Member Tiffany Cabán led, joined by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, Restler, Mealy, Louis, and Bottcher. The law bans summonses for jaywalking and orders the Department of Transportation to educate the public on new rights and responsibilities. The mayor returned it unsigned. This law removes a tool long used to target vulnerable New Yorkers.

• File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28