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
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Room 536, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
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1070 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10459
718-402-6130
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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
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 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
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 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
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 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
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 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
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 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
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 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
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 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Serrano votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
SUV Collides with E-Bike on Tiffany Street▸An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
-
Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
An SUV struck an e-bike on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider, a 42-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The SUV hit the e-bike’s front center with its left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the e-bike’s center front end. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the e-bike rider but does not identify any specific driver errors or violations. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling east. No helmet or signaling information was provided. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.
Aggressive Driving Triggers Bronx Sedan Crash▸Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
-
Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
Two sedans slammed together on Bruckner Boulevard. One driver suffered neck pain, semiconscious. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Bruckner Boulevard collided. The left front bumper of one car struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 31-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. The crash damaged both cars. No ejections were reported. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two Sedans Collide on Bruckner Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
-
Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
Two sedans crashed on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 3-year-old girl, a rear passenger in one sedan, suffered facial abrasions. Both vehicles struck each other while traveling straight. The crash caused front and rear quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left front bumper of one sedan and the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 3-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger seat of one vehicle was injured, sustaining facial abrasions. She was restrained by a child restraint and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No other specific driver errors or victim factors were noted.
Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
A van struck a stopped sedan from behind on Bruckner Boulevard. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and partial ejection. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles traveled north at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a Chevrolet van traveling north on Bruckner Boulevard rear-ended a stopped Ford sedan also heading north. The sedan's 34-year-old male driver was partially ejected and sustained back injuries, including whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan was damaged at the center back end, and the van at the center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 602Septimo votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24
Box Truck Left Turn Hits Sedan Passenger▸A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
-
Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
A box truck making a left turn struck the right side of a northbound sedan on East Bay Avenue in the Bronx. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan suffered neck contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and other vehicular factors.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on East Bay Avenue made a left turn and collided with the right side doors of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried four occupants. A 24-year-old female passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruising. The report lists driver inattention and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The box truck driver was licensed in Texas and the sedan driver was licensed in Pennsylvania. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the truck.
Diesel Truck Crushes Sedan Driver in Bronx▸A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
-
Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
A diesel truck turned left on Southern Boulevard. It slammed into a sedan going straight. Metal shrieked. The sedan’s left side caved in. A 58-year-old man was pinned, his neck crushed. Driver inexperience fueled the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.
A diesel tractor truck making a left turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Southern Boulevard at Tiffany Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned left. A sedan went straight. Metal tore into metal. The sedan's left side folded in. A 58-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious with his neck crushed and body pinned.' The sedan’s driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered severe neck injuries and was pinned inside the car. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash shows the danger when large trucks and cars meet at city intersections.
A 1280Septimo co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
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File A 1280,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
-
Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.
Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.
- File A 1280, Open States, Published 2023-01-13
SUVs Collide in Bronx, Children Bleed▸Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
-
Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
Two SUVs slammed together at Bruckner and Longwood. Metal twisted. An 11-year-old boy in the back seat bled from deep cuts. Four more children and two men hurt. The street was chaos. One driver ignored the light. Pain followed.
At the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx, two SUVs crashed. According to the police report, 'Two SUVs collided. One turned. One didn’t stop. In the back seat, an 11-year-old boy without a belt bled and hurt everywhere. He stayed awake. His skin split.' The crash left an 11-year-old boy with severe lacerations and four other children injured, along with both drivers. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No seat belts were used by the injured children, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The force of the impact left bodies bruised and bleeding. The system failed to protect its youngest passengers.
SUV Rear-Ends Station Wagon on Leggett Avenue▸A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
A Dodge SUV struck a station wagon from behind on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The front passenger in the station wagon suffered head injuries and whiplash. The SUV driver was distracted. Airbags deployed. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Leggett Avenue rear-ended a station wagon. The front passenger of the station wagon, a 31-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and protected by deployed airbags. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the station wagon. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Septimo Frames Transit Funding as Economic and Racial Justice▸Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
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Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-17
Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.
On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.
- Legislators and Advocates Press Case For MTA Rescue And Six-Minute Service, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-11-17