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A 54-year-old box truck driver suffered chest injuries after a tire failure caused a crash on Food Center Drive. The driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining contusions and bruises. Vehicle damage was focused on the left front quarter panel.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 on Food Center Drive involving a 2014 HINO box truck traveling north. The contributing factor cited was "Tire Failure/Inadequate," which led to the collision. The driver, a 54-year-old male, was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. He sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck, with damage to the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The report highlights the tire failure as the primary cause, emphasizing vehicle maintenance issues rather than driver error or victim behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722106 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

SUV turned wrong. Hit sedan head-on. Woman driver hurt. Whiplash. Shock. Bronx street. Metal and glass. One bad turn. One injured.

According to the police report, an SUV made an improper turn on Longwood Avenue near Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx and struck a sedan. The crash happened at 3:45 PM. The sedan driver, a 36-year-old woman, was injured with whiplash and shock. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The SUV was driven by a man with a permit. No errors were attributed to the sedan driver. The impact damaged both vehicles' front ends. The report notes the sedan driver wore a lap belt. The crash shows the danger of improper turns by drivers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721605 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan making a right turn on Bruckner Expressway. The impact injured a right rear passenger, causing internal abdominal and pelvic trauma. Police cite following too closely and unsafe speed as key factors.

According to the police report, at 18:15 on Bruckner Expressway, a 2021 Toyota SUV traveling north struck the center back end of a 2015 Chrysler sedan that was making a right turn. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan. A 34-year-old female occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the sedan suffered internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. The report identifies the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed,' which contributed to the rear-end collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and excessive speed on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4718981 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.

Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File Int 0856-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18

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

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

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

Council pushes for borough-based DOT teams. Staff must answer traffic requests fast. Response tied to need. Three-month deadline. Action targets slow fixes. Vulnerable road users wait less.

Int 0853-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on April 18, 2024. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to creating borough-based traffic request response teams,' requires the Department of Transportation to assign staff to each borough, matching staff numbers to request volume. Council Members Farah N. Louis (primary sponsor), Amanda Farías, and Rafael Salamanca, Jr. back the measure. The teams must respond to traffic requests within three months. The bill aims to cut delays that leave dangerous conditions unaddressed, giving vulnerable road users a better shot at safer streets.

• File Int 0853-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18

Two sedans collided on Longwood Avenue as one driver made an improper left turn. The impact struck the right side doors of the turning vehicle, injuring its driver with bruises and arm injuries. Both drivers were licensed men, no ejections occurred.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:50 on Longwood Avenue involving two sedans. One vehicle, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right side doors of the turning vehicle, which sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel. The driver of the turning sedan, a 39-year-old man wearing a lap belt, suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The collision highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers in traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717794 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Two vehicles collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers suffered contusions and bruises. The crash involved an SUV making an improper left turn and a sedan traveling straight. Injuries included chest and lower leg trauma.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:56 on Bruckner Boulevard near Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. A 2008 SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 2007 sedan traveling northbound straight ahead. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left front quarter panel, damaging the sedan's left side doors. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor for both drivers. Both drivers, males aged 52 and 22, were injured with contusions and bruises; one sustained chest injuries and the other knee and lower leg trauma. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The report does not list any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717775 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

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

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

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

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

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

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

Council members blasted DOT for street redesigns that cut crashes and injuries. They claimed community harm, ignoring hard data. Bike lanes and safer streets faced political fire. DOT stood firm, citing lives saved and broad support. Vulnerable road users caught in the crossfire.

On March 19, 2024, the City Council held an oversight hearing on DOT street safety projects and Streets Plan implementation. The hearing, led by Council Members Selvena Brooks-Powers (D-Queens), Christopher Banks (D-Brooklyn), and Rafael Salamanca Jr. (D-Bronx), focused on the DOT's progress under the Streets Plan, which mandates annual targets for protected bike lanes and bus lanes. Brooks-Powers objected to the Seagirt Boulevard bike lane, claiming DOT ignored community wishes, despite previously calling for more investment. Banks demanded removal of new protected bike lanes in East New York, citing parking and safety issues, though data showed fewer crashes and injuries. Salamanca criticized a Bronx street redesign for congestion, despite lower crash rates. He also accused DOT of neglecting communities of color, though data shows these areas receive more redesigns. DOT officials defended their process, emphasizing community engagement and prioritizing high-need areas. The council's opposition stands in stark contrast to the projects' proven safety benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.

• Cycle of Rage: Council Members Slam DOT for Successful Safety Projects, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-03-19

Council bill demands DOT fix NYCHA sidewalks first. Seniors come before all. Broken walks trip, injure, kill. Law forces city to show its work. No more hiding behind red tape.

Bill Int 0504-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced March 7, 2024. It orders the DOT to prioritize sidewalk repairs at NYCHA sites, with senior housing first. The bill summary reads: 'establishing priority for sidewalk repairs at developments operated by the New York city housing authority.' Sponsors include Alexa Avilés (primary), Shaun Abreu, Shahana K. Hanif, Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Sandy Nurse, Jennifer Gutiérrez, Pierina Ana Sanchez, Lincoln Restler, Rafael Salamanca, Jr., and Farah N. Louis. The law also requires public reporting of repairs and timelines. Sidewalk neglect endangers NYCHA residents—this bill aims to force action and transparency.

• File Int 0504-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

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

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

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

Council targets fake and expired plates. Bill sets fines. Ten-day grace for expired tags. Crackdown aims at cars that dodge law and endanger streets. Committee on Public Safety holds the measure.

Int 0177-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle with fraudulent or expired license plates,' makes it illegal to drive with fake or expired plates, including temporary ones. Civil penalties apply, but drivers with expired plates get a 10-day cure period. Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers leads as primary sponsor, joined by Feliz, Salamanca, Powers, Restler, Won, Brewer, Schulman, Ung, Marte, Hudson, Avilés, De La Rosa, and the Brooklyn Borough President. The bill targets drivers who hide behind illegal plates, a tactic often linked to hit-and-runs and reckless driving.

• File Int 0177-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

A southbound SUV overturned on Bruckner Boulevard after colliding with a left-turning tractor truck. The SUV driver suffered a severe arm injury. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors in the crash.

At 9:17 PM on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx, a collision occurred involving a southbound SUV and a tractor truck making a left turn, according to the police report. The SUV driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with a fractured and dislocated elbow, sustaining a severe arm injury. The SUV overturned upon impact, striking the truck's right rear quarter panel with its center front end. The report identifies driver errors including 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of improper passing and distracted driving on busy Bronx roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703875 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 63-year-old woman crossing Bryant Avenue in the Bronx was struck by a northbound SUV. The driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered serious lower leg injuries but remained conscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bryant Avenue in the Bronx at approximately 7:40 PM. The pedestrian was struck by a 2001 Honda SUV traveling northbound, which was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center front end. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with driver inexperience. The pedestrian was crossing outside of a signal or crosswalk area and sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious after the collision. The vehicle sustained other damage but no further details were provided. The report does not attribute any fault or contributing factors to the pedestrian. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers to vulnerable road users in the Bronx.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705602 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

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

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

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13

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

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

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13

A bus changing lanes in the Bronx caused injury to a female passenger. The driver’s inattention led to a collision impacting the bus’s left front bumper. The passenger suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a bus traveling southeast on Hunts Point Avenue in the Bronx was changing lanes at 10:59 PM when the collision occurred. The bus driver, a licensed male, was cited for driver inattention and distraction, which contributed to the crash. The impact was on the bus’s left front bumper, causing damage to that area. A 56-year-old female passenger in the rear of the bus sustained a head abrasion and was injured but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the passenger’s behavior were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during lane changes in urban settings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702049 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A merging sedan struck a driver on Bruckner Expressway. The impact left the driver with neck injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and other vehicular factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

According to the police report, a sedan merging north on Bruckner Expressway struck the left side doors of another vehicle at 15:28. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, pointing to driver error during the merge. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of merging maneuvers and the consequences of driver mistakes on high-speed roads.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4701333 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04