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A 72-year-old man was injured crossing against the signal on Pitkin Avenue. A sedan backing unsafely struck him at the intersection. He suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle.

According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal at an intersection on Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn. The pedestrian was struck by a sedan that was backing unsafely. The impact caused a head injury, leaving the pedestrian semiconscious with minor bleeding. The driver, a licensed male from Massachusetts, was alone in the vehicle, which was parked before the crash. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim safety equipment were noted. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is recorded but the report emphasizes the driver's unsafe backing as the cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634017 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

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 2023-06-01

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 2023-06-01

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 2023-05-31

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 2023-05-31

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 2023-05-22

A southbound SUV struck two parked SUVs on Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn. The driver and front passenger suffered knee and lower leg bruises. Both wore lap belts and remained conscious. Police cited passenger distraction as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a 2006 Honda SUV traveling south on Rockaway Avenue rear-ended two parked SUVs. The collision caused center front-end damage to the moving vehicle and rear-end damage to the parked vehicles. The driver, a 26-year-old man, and a 28-year-old female front passenger were injured, both sustaining contusions and bruises to their knees and lower legs. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report lists passenger distraction as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. Neither occupant was ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of inattention inside the vehicle leading to collisions with stationary cars.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630822 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

A box truck struck an e-scooter on Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, unlicensed and riding east, was ejected and injured with shoulder and arm contusions. The truck driver showed aggressive driving and improper lane use.

According to the police report, a box truck and an e-scooter collided on Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn. The e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, was ejected and suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries. The report lists aggressive driving and improper passing or lane usage by the e-scooter driver as contributing factors. The box truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver was unlicensed and riding east when the collision occurred on the right side doors of both vehicles. The e-scooter sustained no damage, while the truck's right side doors were damaged. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628665 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

An SUV struck a parked truck on Van Siderin Avenue. Three female passengers suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver inattention and distraction. All victims were conscious and belted.

According to the police report, a Toyota SUV heading west on Van Siderin Avenue rear-ended a parked bulk agriculture vehicle. The crash injured three female passengers, ages 49 and 17, with whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. All were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The parked vehicle was empty. The SUV's front and the truck's rear took the brunt of the impact. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the danger of driver distraction in Brooklyn traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4626663 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Two sedans collided on Stone Avenue in Brooklyn. One vehicle was parked; the other was moving south. The driver of the moving car and a passenger in the parked car were injured. Impact was on the left rear bumper and right front quarter panel.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Stone Avenue in Brooklyn. One sedan was parked, struck on its left rear bumper. The other sedan was traveling south and hit the parked vehicle on its right front quarter panel. A 39-year-old male passenger in the parked vehicle suffered a back injury and was in shock. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No ejections or helmet use were noted. The collision caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4625923 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Two sedans collided on Blake Avenue in Brooklyn late at night. A six-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger suffered a neck contusion. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The impact damaged the left rear and right front bumpers.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling west on Blake Avenue collided near Powell Street. One vehicle was parked; the other was making a left turn. The crash injured a six-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat, who sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicles sustained damage to the left rear bumper and right front bumper, respectively. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4622683 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Two motorcycles slammed together on Junius Street. Both riders sped south. One man, 36, took a blow to the face. Unsafe speed and bad lane use drove the crash. One rider had no license. No one wore safety gear.

According to the police report, two motorcycles collided on Junius Street in Brooklyn. Both riders were heading south when they crashed. One rider, age 36, suffered facial bruises and was conscious at the scene. The report lists unsafe speed and improper lane usage as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Neither rider wore safety equipment. The crash damaged both motorcycles on their front quarter panels and side doors. The collision underscores the danger of speeding and lane errors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4619553 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

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 2023-03-21

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

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 2023-03-21

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

A 29-year-old man driving a 2021 Toyota sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash in a Brooklyn crash. The car struck with its left front bumper while making a left turn on Newport Street. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver was injured in a collision on Newport Street in Brooklyn. The driver was operating a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling east and was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The driver sustained back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The driver held a valid Pennsylvania license. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4614585 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

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 2023-02-28