Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Hunts Point?
Hunts Point Bleeds While City Hall Sleeps
Hunts Point: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 29, 2025
Blood on the Sidewalks: Recent Crashes in Hunts Point
The streets of Hunts Point do not forgive. In the last twelve months, two people have died and 292 have been injured in 430 crashes (NYC Open Data). Most were on foot or in cars. Some were children. Some were old. The numbers do not flinch. They do not lie.
Just days ago, a driver ran a red light at Hunts Point Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard. His car jumped the curb. Three men on the sidewalk were hit. One is still fighting for his life. The driver ran but did not get far. Police charged him with vehicular assault and reckless endangerment. “Jenkins’ vehicle struck three pedestrians on the sidewalk, then hit a Chevy Equinox,” police said. The street was left marked by blood and broken glass.
This is not rare. In April, a box truck killed a 61-year-old man on Oak Point Avenue. Last summer, a 29-year-old cyclist was crushed by a turning dump truck on Barry Street. The dead do not speak. Their absence is the only proof left.
Who Pays, Who Acts
Most injuries to pedestrians here come from cars, SUVs, and trucks. In three years, these vehicles killed two and hurt over 80 more. Not one death came from a bike or moped (NYC Open Data).
Local leaders have taken some steps. Council Member Rafael Salamanca, Jr. co-sponsored bills to fix NYCHA sidewalks and tow unregistered vehicles—measures that could help. He also voted to legalize jaywalking, erasing a law used to blame the dead instead of the driver. But too often, action is slow. Bills to tow unregistered cars and target fake plates have stalled. The streets wait. People keep dying.
The Cost of Delay
Every crash is preventable. Every delay is a choice. “The unlicensed 28-year-old driver is facing multiple counts of vehicular assault following the 9:45 p.m. crash,” police said. The law caught up, but not before the car did.
What Now: No More Waiting
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand safer streets. Ask for lower speed limits, protected crossings, and real enforcement. Do not let another name become a number. The dead cannot wait. Neither should you.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Bronx Driver Hits Three Pedestrians, ABC7, Published 2025-06-28
- Red Light Run Crushes Bronx Pedestrians, CBS New York, Published 2025-06-28
- Bronx Crash Leaves Pedestrian Critical, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-28
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628608 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-29
- Bronx Crash Injures Pedestrians, Driver Flees, CBS New York, Published 2025-06-28
- Bronx Driver Hits Three Pedestrians, ABC7, Published 2025-06-28
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Harlem Pedestrian, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-23
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03
- Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-11-17
Other Representatives
District 84
384 E. 149th St. Suite 202, Bronx, NY 10455
Room 536, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 17
1070 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10459
718-402-6130
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7505
District 29
335 E. 100th St., New York, NY 10029
Room 418, Capitol Building 172 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Hunts Point Hunts Point sits in Bronx, Precinct 41, District 17, AD 84, SD 29, Bronx CB2.
Traffic Safety Timeline for Hunts Point
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-05-16
Speeding SUV Hits Parked Truck, Passenger Dead▸A speeding SUV tore down Drake Street. It smashed into a parked tractor-trailer. The front passenger, thirty-one, died inside the wreck. Another passenger bled from the head. The driver had no license. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
A deadly crash unfolded on Drake Street near midnight. According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV traveling at unsafe speed struck a parked diesel tractor-truck. The SUV's front passenger, a 31-year-old man, was killed. Another passenger, age 29, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. The SUV driver, also 29, was unlicensed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The parked truck was unoccupied and struck at the left rear bumper. The SUV was demolished. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one dead, one injured, and exposed the lethal risk of speed and unlicensed driving.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a U-turn on Garrison Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan carried two occupants. The crash left one injured and the other unreported.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a U-turn on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx when a motorcycle traveling northeast collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 30-year-old male driver, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan had two occupants and was traveling southwest. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors explicitly, but the sedan's U-turn maneuver likely played a role in the collision. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or other safety equipment details were provided.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Bruckner Boulevard▸A taxi merged inattentively and struck the rear of an SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The left rear passenger in the taxi suffered back injuries and shock. The crash caused center back-end damage to the taxi and front-end damage to the SUV.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard merged and rear-ended a northbound SUV. The collision impacted the center back end of the taxi and the center front end of the SUV. The taxi carried two occupants, including a 43-year-old male passenger seated in the left rear, who was injured with back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Bronx▸A sedan traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard crashed at unsafe speed. The female driver, 31, suffered fractures and dislocations across her body. The vehicle's front end was damaged. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver in a 2021 Dodge sedan was injured in a crash on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The sedan struck an object or surface with its left front bumper, causing center front-end damage. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to her entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed in urban settings.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner Boulevard Injures Driver▸Two SUVs slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A 31-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt, left incoherent. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal twisted. One driver had no license.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 31-year-old female driver of a 2021 SUV suffered neck injuries and incoherence. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash was caused by driver inattention and distraction. One SUV, driven by an unlicensed male, struck the left rear quarter panel of the other, which was hit on its left front bumper. The injured woman complained of pain and nausea. No other injuries or contributing factors were listed in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 25 and 26, suffered back injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan head-on. Both were injured but not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling northwest and a 2016 Honda sedan traveling southwest collided on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. Both drivers, a 26-year-old man in the sedan and a 25-year-old man in the SUV, were injured with back injuries and experienced shock. Both occupants were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash resulted in moderate injuries but no further details on fault or cause were provided.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Flatbed on Bruckner▸A Tesla sedan struck a parked flatbed truck on Bruckner Expressway just after midnight. The sedan driver, 28, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The flatbed was unoccupied. The crash was triggered by the sedan driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a parked flatbed truck. The sedan's driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The flatbed truck was unoccupied at the time. The report cites the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The impact occurred at the center back end of the flatbed and the left front bumper of the sedan.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Thrown, Hip Shattered in Bronx▸A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
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Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
amny.com,
Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
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
Speeding SUV Hits Parked Truck, Passenger Dead▸A speeding SUV tore down Drake Street. It smashed into a parked tractor-trailer. The front passenger, thirty-one, died inside the wreck. Another passenger bled from the head. The driver had no license. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
A deadly crash unfolded on Drake Street near midnight. According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV traveling at unsafe speed struck a parked diesel tractor-truck. The SUV's front passenger, a 31-year-old man, was killed. Another passenger, age 29, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. The SUV driver, also 29, was unlicensed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The parked truck was unoccupied and struck at the left rear bumper. The SUV was demolished. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one dead, one injured, and exposed the lethal risk of speed and unlicensed driving.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a U-turn on Garrison Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan carried two occupants. The crash left one injured and the other unreported.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a U-turn on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx when a motorcycle traveling northeast collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 30-year-old male driver, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan had two occupants and was traveling southwest. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors explicitly, but the sedan's U-turn maneuver likely played a role in the collision. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or other safety equipment details were provided.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Bruckner Boulevard▸A taxi merged inattentively and struck the rear of an SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The left rear passenger in the taxi suffered back injuries and shock. The crash caused center back-end damage to the taxi and front-end damage to the SUV.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard merged and rear-ended a northbound SUV. The collision impacted the center back end of the taxi and the center front end of the SUV. The taxi carried two occupants, including a 43-year-old male passenger seated in the left rear, who was injured with back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Bronx▸A sedan traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard crashed at unsafe speed. The female driver, 31, suffered fractures and dislocations across her body. The vehicle's front end was damaged. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver in a 2021 Dodge sedan was injured in a crash on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The sedan struck an object or surface with its left front bumper, causing center front-end damage. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to her entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed in urban settings.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner Boulevard Injures Driver▸Two SUVs slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A 31-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt, left incoherent. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal twisted. One driver had no license.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 31-year-old female driver of a 2021 SUV suffered neck injuries and incoherence. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash was caused by driver inattention and distraction. One SUV, driven by an unlicensed male, struck the left rear quarter panel of the other, which was hit on its left front bumper. The injured woman complained of pain and nausea. No other injuries or contributing factors were listed in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 25 and 26, suffered back injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan head-on. Both were injured but not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling northwest and a 2016 Honda sedan traveling southwest collided on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. Both drivers, a 26-year-old man in the sedan and a 25-year-old man in the SUV, were injured with back injuries and experienced shock. Both occupants were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash resulted in moderate injuries but no further details on fault or cause were provided.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Flatbed on Bruckner▸A Tesla sedan struck a parked flatbed truck on Bruckner Expressway just after midnight. The sedan driver, 28, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The flatbed was unoccupied. The crash was triggered by the sedan driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a parked flatbed truck. The sedan's driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The flatbed truck was unoccupied at the time. The report cites the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The impact occurred at the center back end of the flatbed and the left front bumper of the sedan.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Thrown, Hip Shattered in Bronx▸A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
-
Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
amny.com,
Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A speeding SUV tore down Drake Street. It smashed into a parked tractor-trailer. The front passenger, thirty-one, died inside the wreck. Another passenger bled from the head. The driver had no license. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
A deadly crash unfolded on Drake Street near midnight. According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV traveling at unsafe speed struck a parked diesel tractor-truck. The SUV's front passenger, a 31-year-old man, was killed. Another passenger, age 29, suffered a head injury with minor bleeding. The SUV driver, also 29, was unlicensed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The parked truck was unoccupied and struck at the left rear bumper. The SUV was demolished. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left one dead, one injured, and exposed the lethal risk of speed and unlicensed driving.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a U-turn on Garrison Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan carried two occupants. The crash left one injured and the other unreported.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a U-turn on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx when a motorcycle traveling northeast collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 30-year-old male driver, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan had two occupants and was traveling southwest. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors explicitly, but the sedan's U-turn maneuver likely played a role in the collision. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or other safety equipment details were provided.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Bruckner Boulevard▸A taxi merged inattentively and struck the rear of an SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The left rear passenger in the taxi suffered back injuries and shock. The crash caused center back-end damage to the taxi and front-end damage to the SUV.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard merged and rear-ended a northbound SUV. The collision impacted the center back end of the taxi and the center front end of the SUV. The taxi carried two occupants, including a 43-year-old male passenger seated in the left rear, who was injured with back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Bronx▸A sedan traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard crashed at unsafe speed. The female driver, 31, suffered fractures and dislocations across her body. The vehicle's front end was damaged. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver in a 2021 Dodge sedan was injured in a crash on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The sedan struck an object or surface with its left front bumper, causing center front-end damage. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to her entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed in urban settings.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner Boulevard Injures Driver▸Two SUVs slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A 31-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt, left incoherent. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal twisted. One driver had no license.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 31-year-old female driver of a 2021 SUV suffered neck injuries and incoherence. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash was caused by driver inattention and distraction. One SUV, driven by an unlicensed male, struck the left rear quarter panel of the other, which was hit on its left front bumper. The injured woman complained of pain and nausea. No other injuries or contributing factors were listed in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 25 and 26, suffered back injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan head-on. Both were injured but not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling northwest and a 2016 Honda sedan traveling southwest collided on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. Both drivers, a 26-year-old man in the sedan and a 25-year-old man in the SUV, were injured with back injuries and experienced shock. Both occupants were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash resulted in moderate injuries but no further details on fault or cause were provided.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Flatbed on Bruckner▸A Tesla sedan struck a parked flatbed truck on Bruckner Expressway just after midnight. The sedan driver, 28, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The flatbed was unoccupied. The crash was triggered by the sedan driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a parked flatbed truck. The sedan's driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The flatbed truck was unoccupied at the time. The report cites the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The impact occurred at the center back end of the flatbed and the left front bumper of the sedan.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Thrown, Hip Shattered in Bronx▸A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
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Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
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Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
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Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a U-turn on Garrison Avenue. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan carried two occupants. The crash left one injured and the other unreported.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a U-turn on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx when a motorcycle traveling northeast collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 30-year-old male driver, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan had two occupants and was traveling southwest. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors explicitly, but the sedan's U-turn maneuver likely played a role in the collision. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or other safety equipment details were provided.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Bruckner Boulevard▸A taxi merged inattentively and struck the rear of an SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The left rear passenger in the taxi suffered back injuries and shock. The crash caused center back-end damage to the taxi and front-end damage to the SUV.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard merged and rear-ended a northbound SUV. The collision impacted the center back end of the taxi and the center front end of the SUV. The taxi carried two occupants, including a 43-year-old male passenger seated in the left rear, who was injured with back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Bronx▸A sedan traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard crashed at unsafe speed. The female driver, 31, suffered fractures and dislocations across her body. The vehicle's front end was damaged. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver in a 2021 Dodge sedan was injured in a crash on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The sedan struck an object or surface with its left front bumper, causing center front-end damage. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to her entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed in urban settings.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner Boulevard Injures Driver▸Two SUVs slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A 31-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt, left incoherent. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal twisted. One driver had no license.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 31-year-old female driver of a 2021 SUV suffered neck injuries and incoherence. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash was caused by driver inattention and distraction. One SUV, driven by an unlicensed male, struck the left rear quarter panel of the other, which was hit on its left front bumper. The injured woman complained of pain and nausea. No other injuries or contributing factors were listed in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 25 and 26, suffered back injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan head-on. Both were injured but not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling northwest and a 2016 Honda sedan traveling southwest collided on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. Both drivers, a 26-year-old man in the sedan and a 25-year-old man in the SUV, were injured with back injuries and experienced shock. Both occupants were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash resulted in moderate injuries but no further details on fault or cause were provided.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Flatbed on Bruckner▸A Tesla sedan struck a parked flatbed truck on Bruckner Expressway just after midnight. The sedan driver, 28, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The flatbed was unoccupied. The crash was triggered by the sedan driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a parked flatbed truck. The sedan's driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The flatbed truck was unoccupied at the time. The report cites the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The impact occurred at the center back end of the flatbed and the left front bumper of the sedan.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Thrown, Hip Shattered in Bronx▸A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
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Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
amny.com,
Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
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Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A taxi merged inattentively and struck the rear of an SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The left rear passenger in the taxi suffered back injuries and shock. The crash caused center back-end damage to the taxi and front-end damage to the SUV.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard merged and rear-ended a northbound SUV. The collision impacted the center back end of the taxi and the center front end of the SUV. The taxi carried two occupants, including a 43-year-old male passenger seated in the left rear, who was injured with back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Crashes at Unsafe Speed in Bronx▸A sedan traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard crashed at unsafe speed. The female driver, 31, suffered fractures and dislocations across her body. The vehicle's front end was damaged. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver in a 2021 Dodge sedan was injured in a crash on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The sedan struck an object or surface with its left front bumper, causing center front-end damage. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to her entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed in urban settings.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner Boulevard Injures Driver▸Two SUVs slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A 31-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt, left incoherent. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal twisted. One driver had no license.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 31-year-old female driver of a 2021 SUV suffered neck injuries and incoherence. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash was caused by driver inattention and distraction. One SUV, driven by an unlicensed male, struck the left rear quarter panel of the other, which was hit on its left front bumper. The injured woman complained of pain and nausea. No other injuries or contributing factors were listed in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 25 and 26, suffered back injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan head-on. Both were injured but not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling northwest and a 2016 Honda sedan traveling southwest collided on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. Both drivers, a 26-year-old man in the sedan and a 25-year-old man in the SUV, were injured with back injuries and experienced shock. Both occupants were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash resulted in moderate injuries but no further details on fault or cause were provided.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Flatbed on Bruckner▸A Tesla sedan struck a parked flatbed truck on Bruckner Expressway just after midnight. The sedan driver, 28, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The flatbed was unoccupied. The crash was triggered by the sedan driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a parked flatbed truck. The sedan's driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The flatbed truck was unoccupied at the time. The report cites the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The impact occurred at the center back end of the flatbed and the left front bumper of the sedan.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Thrown, Hip Shattered in Bronx▸A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
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Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
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Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
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Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
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Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A sedan traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard crashed at unsafe speed. The female driver, 31, suffered fractures and dislocations across her body. The vehicle's front end was damaged. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female driver in a 2021 Dodge sedan was injured in a crash on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The sedan struck an object or surface with its left front bumper, causing center front-end damage. The driver sustained fractures and dislocations to her entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed in urban settings.
SUVs Crash on Bruckner Boulevard Injures Driver▸Two SUVs slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A 31-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt, left incoherent. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal twisted. One driver had no license.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 31-year-old female driver of a 2021 SUV suffered neck injuries and incoherence. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash was caused by driver inattention and distraction. One SUV, driven by an unlicensed male, struck the left rear quarter panel of the other, which was hit on its left front bumper. The injured woman complained of pain and nausea. No other injuries or contributing factors were listed in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 25 and 26, suffered back injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan head-on. Both were injured but not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling northwest and a 2016 Honda sedan traveling southwest collided on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. Both drivers, a 26-year-old man in the sedan and a 25-year-old man in the SUV, were injured with back injuries and experienced shock. Both occupants were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash resulted in moderate injuries but no further details on fault or cause were provided.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Flatbed on Bruckner▸A Tesla sedan struck a parked flatbed truck on Bruckner Expressway just after midnight. The sedan driver, 28, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The flatbed was unoccupied. The crash was triggered by the sedan driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a parked flatbed truck. The sedan's driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The flatbed truck was unoccupied at the time. The report cites the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The impact occurred at the center back end of the flatbed and the left front bumper of the sedan.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Thrown, Hip Shattered in Bronx▸A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
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Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
amny.com,
Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
Two SUVs slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A 31-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt, left incoherent. Police blamed driver inattention and distraction. Metal twisted. One driver had no license.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The 31-year-old female driver of a 2021 SUV suffered neck injuries and incoherence. She wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash was caused by driver inattention and distraction. One SUV, driven by an unlicensed male, struck the left rear quarter panel of the other, which was hit on its left front bumper. The injured woman complained of pain and nausea. No other injuries or contributing factors were listed in the report.
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two vehicles crashed on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 25 and 26, suffered back injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan head-on. Both were injured but not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling northwest and a 2016 Honda sedan traveling southwest collided on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. Both drivers, a 26-year-old man in the sedan and a 25-year-old man in the SUV, were injured with back injuries and experienced shock. Both occupants were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash resulted in moderate injuries but no further details on fault or cause were provided.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Flatbed on Bruckner▸A Tesla sedan struck a parked flatbed truck on Bruckner Expressway just after midnight. The sedan driver, 28, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The flatbed was unoccupied. The crash was triggered by the sedan driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a parked flatbed truck. The sedan's driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The flatbed truck was unoccupied at the time. The report cites the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The impact occurred at the center back end of the flatbed and the left front bumper of the sedan.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Thrown, Hip Shattered in Bronx▸A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
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Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
amny.com,
Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
Two vehicles crashed on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. Both drivers, men aged 25 and 26, suffered back injuries and shock. The SUV hit the sedan head-on. Both were injured but not ejected. No clear driver errors were reported.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling northwest and a 2016 Honda sedan traveling southwest collided on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. Both drivers, a 26-year-old man in the sedan and a 25-year-old man in the SUV, were injured with back injuries and experienced shock. Both occupants were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash resulted in moderate injuries but no further details on fault or cause were provided.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Flatbed on Bruckner▸A Tesla sedan struck a parked flatbed truck on Bruckner Expressway just after midnight. The sedan driver, 28, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The flatbed was unoccupied. The crash was triggered by the sedan driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a parked flatbed truck. The sedan's driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The flatbed truck was unoccupied at the time. The report cites the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The impact occurred at the center back end of the flatbed and the left front bumper of the sedan.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Thrown, Hip Shattered in Bronx▸A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
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Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
amny.com,
Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A Tesla sedan struck a parked flatbed truck on Bruckner Expressway just after midnight. The sedan driver, 28, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The flatbed was unoccupied. The crash was triggered by the sedan driver's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle.
According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a parked flatbed truck. The sedan's driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The flatbed truck was unoccupied at the time. The report cites the contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the sedan driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The impact occurred at the center back end of the flatbed and the left front bumper of the sedan.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Thrown, Hip Shattered in Bronx▸A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
-
Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
amny.com,
Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street. He was thrown from the bike. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the Bronx pavement. Police cited driver inattention. The man lay semiconscious in the night.
A 28-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Viele Avenue near Manida Street in the Bronx was ejected from his bike and suffered a shattered hip. According to the police report, 'A 28-year-old man, helmetless, was thrown from his motorcycle. His hip shattered. Blood pooled on the pavement. He lay semiconscious in the Bronx night. Distraction was the last thing he knew.' The police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited was distraction. No other vehicles or people were reported injured.
Salamanca Supports Safety Boosting Crackdown on Fake Plates▸Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
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Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates,
amny.com,
Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.
Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.
- Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates, amny.com, Published 2023-04-11
SUV Demolished in Bronx Crash, Driver Injured▸A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A 29-year-old male driver suffered full-body abrasions and semiconsciousness after an SUV collided head-on while turning improperly on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicle was demolished. The driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver in a 2007 Jeep SUV was injured in a crash on Southern Boulevard near Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. The driver sustained abrasions over his entire body and was semiconscious at the scene. The SUV was demolished in the collision, which involved impact at the center front end. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved or injured.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
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
S 775Serrano votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸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.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-03-21
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
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
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Bronx Crash▸A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A sedan struck a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured and incoherent at the scene. Alcohol was involved. The SUV suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight ahead collided with a parked SUV on Bryant Avenue in the Bronx. The impact occurred at the left rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male, was injured and incoherent but was not ejected from the vehicle. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors beyond alcohol involvement. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Pickup Ignores Light, Slams Sedan in Bronx▸Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
Three vehicles met head-on on Casanova Street. Steel crashed. An 86-year-old man, belted in the front seat, bled from the head. The pickup hit hard. The light was ignored. The street fell silent. Blood marked the cost.
Three vehicles collided head-on near Casanova Street and East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a pickup truck struck a sedan with force after disregarding a traffic control device. An 86-year-old man, riding as a front passenger and wearing a lap belt, suffered head injuries and crush trauma. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash left the street marked by violence, with the vulnerable passenger bearing the brunt of the impact.
Driver Inattention Injures Passenger in Bronx Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. A front-seat passenger took the brunt—neck injury, concussion. Police blame driver inattention. Metal twisted. Lives changed in a blink.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard collided, with one striking the center back end of the other. A 48-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered a neck injury and concussion. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and going straight. The crash damaged the center back end of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No ejections occurred. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted.
Sedan and Tractor Truck Collide on Bruckner▸A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A sedan and a tractor truck collided while both made right turns on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury. Driver inexperience and distraction contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a 2016 Chevrolet sedan and a 2013 Mack tractor truck, both traveling northeast and making right turns. The sedan’s front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck was damaged at the trailer. The passenger’s injury was classified as internal with a severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
77-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal▸A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A 77-year-old woman was struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard with the signal. The SUV driver was distracted, making a right turn. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when a Ford SUV, traveling northeast and making a right turn, struck her with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted.
S 4647Serrano votes yes on highway worker safety bill, overall safety unchanged.▸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.
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File S 4647,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-28
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
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
2Taxi Turns Improperly, Injures Two Passengers▸A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.
A taxi made an improper left turn on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. It collided with a southbound sedan. Two passengers suffered head contusions. Both were conscious and restrained. The taxi’s driver error caused the crash and injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Bruckner Boulevard was making an improper left turn when it struck a southbound sedan. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the taxi. Two passengers in the sedan, a 54-year-old front passenger and a 47-year-old left rear passenger, sustained head contusions. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor attributed to the taxi driver. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to vulnerable occupants despite proper restraint use.