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
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Hunts Point
Alcohol-Involved SUV Crash Injures Driver▸SUV slammed right front on Bruckner Expressway. Driver, 32, suffered facial wounds and confusion. Police cite alcohol as cause. Lap belt held him. Blood on face. No others hurt.
According to the police report, a 2018 Subaru SUV traveling northeast on Bruckner Expressway crashed, injuring its 32-year-old male driver. The driver suffered facial trauma, minor bleeding, and incoherence. Police list alcohol involvement as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the right front bumper, which was damaged. The driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other people were injured. No other contributing factors or victim actions are listed. The data shows the danger of impaired driving, even when safety equipment is used.
2Sedan Collision on Longwood Avenue Injures Two▸Two men suffered neck injuries in a multi-sedan crash on Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision. Both occupants wore seat belts but sustained whiplash and shock from the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:20 on Longwood Avenue in the Bronx involving multiple sedans. The driver, a 40-year-old man, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' which contributed to the collision. The driver was making a left turn while another vehicle was traveling straight south. The impact occurred at the center front end and right side doors of the vehicles. Both the driver and front passenger, also 40 years old, were injured with neck injuries described as whiplash. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected from the vehicles. The driver was reported to be in shock, and the passenger was conscious. The report highlights driver errors as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan traveling southwest on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 46-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:08 AM on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 2017 SUV traveling southwest struck the center back end of a 2016 sedan also moving southwest. The sedan's driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper attention. Both vehicles sustained damage at their center ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact.
S 6808Serrano votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
2Unsafe Backing Truck Injures SUV Driver, Passenger▸A tractor truck backing unsafely struck an SUV on Halleck Street in the Bronx. The SUV driver and a rear passenger suffered concussions and injuries to the neck and entire body. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 1997 diesel tractor truck was entering a parked position on Halleck Street at 7:41 pm when it backed unsafely into a westbound 2011 SUV. The truck's unsafe backing caused a collision impacting the SUV's left front bumper and center front end. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old male, and a 26-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat were injured. Both occupants sustained concussions; the driver suffered injuries to his entire body, and the passenger sustained neck injuries. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor linked to the truck driver. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
4SUV Left Turn Collision Injures Four Passengers▸A Ford SUV making a left turn crashed into a Toyota sedan going straight on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. Four male passengers suffered injuries to limbs, neck, and head. Driver distraction and inattention contributed to the impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Tiffany Street in the Bronx at midnight. A 2017 Ford SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 2007 Toyota sedan traveling straight southwest. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for all involved occupants. Four male passengers, aged 31 to 33, and the 66-year-old male driver were injured, sustaining trauma to the elbow, lower arm, hand, knee, lower leg, foot, neck, and head. None of the occupants were ejected or visibly complaining of injuries, but all were in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting systemic danger in vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers.
Driver Dies After Losing Consciousness, Crashes Into Parked Cars▸A man lost control on Bruckner Boulevard. His sedan slammed into two parked cars. Metal crumpled. Glass flew. He died alone in the driver’s seat. The Bronx kept moving. No other injuries reported.
A 69-year-old man died after losing consciousness behind the wheel on Bruckner Boulevard near 653. According to the police report, his sedan veered into two parked vehicles. The impact folded metal and scattered glass. The driver died at the scene. No pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers were hurt. The police report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left two parked cars damaged but no other injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicle in Bronx▸A sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked car on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries and shock. No ejection occurred. Damage focused on the left rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Garrison Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The driver of the moving sedan, a 37-year-old man, sustained unspecified injuries and was in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. The driver was licensed and not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
SUV slammed right front on Bruckner Expressway. Driver, 32, suffered facial wounds and confusion. Police cite alcohol as cause. Lap belt held him. Blood on face. No others hurt.
According to the police report, a 2018 Subaru SUV traveling northeast on Bruckner Expressway crashed, injuring its 32-year-old male driver. The driver suffered facial trauma, minor bleeding, and incoherence. Police list alcohol involvement as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the right front bumper, which was damaged. The driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other people were injured. No other contributing factors or victim actions are listed. The data shows the danger of impaired driving, even when safety equipment is used.
2Sedan Collision on Longwood Avenue Injures Two▸Two men suffered neck injuries in a multi-sedan crash on Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision. Both occupants wore seat belts but sustained whiplash and shock from the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:20 on Longwood Avenue in the Bronx involving multiple sedans. The driver, a 40-year-old man, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' which contributed to the collision. The driver was making a left turn while another vehicle was traveling straight south. The impact occurred at the center front end and right side doors of the vehicles. Both the driver and front passenger, also 40 years old, were injured with neck injuries described as whiplash. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected from the vehicles. The driver was reported to be in shock, and the passenger was conscious. The report highlights driver errors as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan traveling southwest on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 46-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:08 AM on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 2017 SUV traveling southwest struck the center back end of a 2016 sedan also moving southwest. The sedan's driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper attention. Both vehicles sustained damage at their center ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact.
S 6808Serrano votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
2Unsafe Backing Truck Injures SUV Driver, Passenger▸A tractor truck backing unsafely struck an SUV on Halleck Street in the Bronx. The SUV driver and a rear passenger suffered concussions and injuries to the neck and entire body. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 1997 diesel tractor truck was entering a parked position on Halleck Street at 7:41 pm when it backed unsafely into a westbound 2011 SUV. The truck's unsafe backing caused a collision impacting the SUV's left front bumper and center front end. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old male, and a 26-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat were injured. Both occupants sustained concussions; the driver suffered injuries to his entire body, and the passenger sustained neck injuries. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor linked to the truck driver. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
4SUV Left Turn Collision Injures Four Passengers▸A Ford SUV making a left turn crashed into a Toyota sedan going straight on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. Four male passengers suffered injuries to limbs, neck, and head. Driver distraction and inattention contributed to the impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Tiffany Street in the Bronx at midnight. A 2017 Ford SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 2007 Toyota sedan traveling straight southwest. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for all involved occupants. Four male passengers, aged 31 to 33, and the 66-year-old male driver were injured, sustaining trauma to the elbow, lower arm, hand, knee, lower leg, foot, neck, and head. None of the occupants were ejected or visibly complaining of injuries, but all were in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting systemic danger in vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers.
Driver Dies After Losing Consciousness, Crashes Into Parked Cars▸A man lost control on Bruckner Boulevard. His sedan slammed into two parked cars. Metal crumpled. Glass flew. He died alone in the driver’s seat. The Bronx kept moving. No other injuries reported.
A 69-year-old man died after losing consciousness behind the wheel on Bruckner Boulevard near 653. According to the police report, his sedan veered into two parked vehicles. The impact folded metal and scattered glass. The driver died at the scene. No pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers were hurt. The police report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left two parked cars damaged but no other injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicle in Bronx▸A sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked car on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries and shock. No ejection occurred. Damage focused on the left rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Garrison Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The driver of the moving sedan, a 37-year-old man, sustained unspecified injuries and was in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. The driver was licensed and not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
Two men suffered neck injuries in a multi-sedan crash on Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision. Both occupants wore seat belts but sustained whiplash and shock from the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:20 on Longwood Avenue in the Bronx involving multiple sedans. The driver, a 40-year-old man, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' which contributed to the collision. The driver was making a left turn while another vehicle was traveling straight south. The impact occurred at the center front end and right side doors of the vehicles. Both the driver and front passenger, also 40 years old, were injured with neck injuries described as whiplash. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected from the vehicles. The driver was reported to be in shock, and the passenger was conscious. The report highlights driver errors as the primary cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Boulevard▸A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan traveling southwest on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 46-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:08 AM on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 2017 SUV traveling southwest struck the center back end of a 2016 sedan also moving southwest. The sedan's driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper attention. Both vehicles sustained damage at their center ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact.
S 6808Serrano votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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Published 2024-01-30
2Unsafe Backing Truck Injures SUV Driver, Passenger▸A tractor truck backing unsafely struck an SUV on Halleck Street in the Bronx. The SUV driver and a rear passenger suffered concussions and injuries to the neck and entire body. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 1997 diesel tractor truck was entering a parked position on Halleck Street at 7:41 pm when it backed unsafely into a westbound 2011 SUV. The truck's unsafe backing caused a collision impacting the SUV's left front bumper and center front end. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old male, and a 26-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat were injured. Both occupants sustained concussions; the driver suffered injuries to his entire body, and the passenger sustained neck injuries. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor linked to the truck driver. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
4SUV Left Turn Collision Injures Four Passengers▸A Ford SUV making a left turn crashed into a Toyota sedan going straight on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. Four male passengers suffered injuries to limbs, neck, and head. Driver distraction and inattention contributed to the impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Tiffany Street in the Bronx at midnight. A 2017 Ford SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 2007 Toyota sedan traveling straight southwest. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for all involved occupants. Four male passengers, aged 31 to 33, and the 66-year-old male driver were injured, sustaining trauma to the elbow, lower arm, hand, knee, lower leg, foot, neck, and head. None of the occupants were ejected or visibly complaining of injuries, but all were in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting systemic danger in vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers.
Driver Dies After Losing Consciousness, Crashes Into Parked Cars▸A man lost control on Bruckner Boulevard. His sedan slammed into two parked cars. Metal crumpled. Glass flew. He died alone in the driver’s seat. The Bronx kept moving. No other injuries reported.
A 69-year-old man died after losing consciousness behind the wheel on Bruckner Boulevard near 653. According to the police report, his sedan veered into two parked vehicles. The impact folded metal and scattered glass. The driver died at the scene. No pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers were hurt. The police report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left two parked cars damaged but no other injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicle in Bronx▸A sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked car on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries and shock. No ejection occurred. Damage focused on the left rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Garrison Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The driver of the moving sedan, a 37-year-old man, sustained unspecified injuries and was in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. The driver was licensed and not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan traveling southwest on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 46-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:08 AM on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. A 2017 SUV traveling southwest struck the center back end of a 2016 sedan also moving southwest. The sedan's driver, a 46-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper attention. Both vehicles sustained damage at their center ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact.
S 6808Serrano votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸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.
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File S 6808,
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Published 2024-01-30
2Unsafe Backing Truck Injures SUV Driver, Passenger▸A tractor truck backing unsafely struck an SUV on Halleck Street in the Bronx. The SUV driver and a rear passenger suffered concussions and injuries to the neck and entire body. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 1997 diesel tractor truck was entering a parked position on Halleck Street at 7:41 pm when it backed unsafely into a westbound 2011 SUV. The truck's unsafe backing caused a collision impacting the SUV's left front bumper and center front end. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old male, and a 26-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat were injured. Both occupants sustained concussions; the driver suffered injuries to his entire body, and the passenger sustained neck injuries. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor linked to the truck driver. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
4SUV Left Turn Collision Injures Four Passengers▸A Ford SUV making a left turn crashed into a Toyota sedan going straight on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. Four male passengers suffered injuries to limbs, neck, and head. Driver distraction and inattention contributed to the impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Tiffany Street in the Bronx at midnight. A 2017 Ford SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 2007 Toyota sedan traveling straight southwest. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for all involved occupants. Four male passengers, aged 31 to 33, and the 66-year-old male driver were injured, sustaining trauma to the elbow, lower arm, hand, knee, lower leg, foot, neck, and head. None of the occupants were ejected or visibly complaining of injuries, but all were in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting systemic danger in vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers.
Driver Dies After Losing Consciousness, Crashes Into Parked Cars▸A man lost control on Bruckner Boulevard. His sedan slammed into two parked cars. Metal crumpled. Glass flew. He died alone in the driver’s seat. The Bronx kept moving. No other injuries reported.
A 69-year-old man died after losing consciousness behind the wheel on Bruckner Boulevard near 653. According to the police report, his sedan veered into two parked vehicles. The impact folded metal and scattered glass. The driver died at the scene. No pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers were hurt. The police report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left two parked cars damaged but no other injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicle in Bronx▸A sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked car on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries and shock. No ejection occurred. Damage focused on the left rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Garrison Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The driver of the moving sedan, a 37-year-old man, sustained unspecified injuries and was in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. The driver was licensed and not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
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 2024-01-30
2Unsafe Backing Truck Injures SUV Driver, Passenger▸A tractor truck backing unsafely struck an SUV on Halleck Street in the Bronx. The SUV driver and a rear passenger suffered concussions and injuries to the neck and entire body. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 1997 diesel tractor truck was entering a parked position on Halleck Street at 7:41 pm when it backed unsafely into a westbound 2011 SUV. The truck's unsafe backing caused a collision impacting the SUV's left front bumper and center front end. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old male, and a 26-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat were injured. Both occupants sustained concussions; the driver suffered injuries to his entire body, and the passenger sustained neck injuries. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor linked to the truck driver. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
4SUV Left Turn Collision Injures Four Passengers▸A Ford SUV making a left turn crashed into a Toyota sedan going straight on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. Four male passengers suffered injuries to limbs, neck, and head. Driver distraction and inattention contributed to the impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Tiffany Street in the Bronx at midnight. A 2017 Ford SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 2007 Toyota sedan traveling straight southwest. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for all involved occupants. Four male passengers, aged 31 to 33, and the 66-year-old male driver were injured, sustaining trauma to the elbow, lower arm, hand, knee, lower leg, foot, neck, and head. None of the occupants were ejected or visibly complaining of injuries, but all were in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting systemic danger in vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers.
Driver Dies After Losing Consciousness, Crashes Into Parked Cars▸A man lost control on Bruckner Boulevard. His sedan slammed into two parked cars. Metal crumpled. Glass flew. He died alone in the driver’s seat. The Bronx kept moving. No other injuries reported.
A 69-year-old man died after losing consciousness behind the wheel on Bruckner Boulevard near 653. According to the police report, his sedan veered into two parked vehicles. The impact folded metal and scattered glass. The driver died at the scene. No pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers were hurt. The police report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left two parked cars damaged but no other injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicle in Bronx▸A sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked car on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries and shock. No ejection occurred. Damage focused on the left rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Garrison Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The driver of the moving sedan, a 37-year-old man, sustained unspecified injuries and was in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. The driver was licensed and not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A tractor truck backing unsafely struck an SUV on Halleck Street in the Bronx. The SUV driver and a rear passenger suffered concussions and injuries to the neck and entire body. Both remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, a 1997 diesel tractor truck was entering a parked position on Halleck Street at 7:41 pm when it backed unsafely into a westbound 2011 SUV. The truck's unsafe backing caused a collision impacting the SUV's left front bumper and center front end. The SUV driver, a 32-year-old male, and a 26-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat were injured. Both occupants sustained concussions; the driver suffered injuries to his entire body, and the passenger sustained neck injuries. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor linked to the truck driver. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
4SUV Left Turn Collision Injures Four Passengers▸A Ford SUV making a left turn crashed into a Toyota sedan going straight on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. Four male passengers suffered injuries to limbs, neck, and head. Driver distraction and inattention contributed to the impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Tiffany Street in the Bronx at midnight. A 2017 Ford SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 2007 Toyota sedan traveling straight southwest. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for all involved occupants. Four male passengers, aged 31 to 33, and the 66-year-old male driver were injured, sustaining trauma to the elbow, lower arm, hand, knee, lower leg, foot, neck, and head. None of the occupants were ejected or visibly complaining of injuries, but all were in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting systemic danger in vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers.
Driver Dies After Losing Consciousness, Crashes Into Parked Cars▸A man lost control on Bruckner Boulevard. His sedan slammed into two parked cars. Metal crumpled. Glass flew. He died alone in the driver’s seat. The Bronx kept moving. No other injuries reported.
A 69-year-old man died after losing consciousness behind the wheel on Bruckner Boulevard near 653. According to the police report, his sedan veered into two parked vehicles. The impact folded metal and scattered glass. The driver died at the scene. No pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers were hurt. The police report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left two parked cars damaged but no other injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicle in Bronx▸A sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked car on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries and shock. No ejection occurred. Damage focused on the left rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Garrison Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The driver of the moving sedan, a 37-year-old man, sustained unspecified injuries and was in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. The driver was licensed and not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A Ford SUV making a left turn crashed into a Toyota sedan going straight on Tiffany Street in the Bronx. Four male passengers suffered injuries to limbs, neck, and head. Driver distraction and inattention contributed to the impact and injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Tiffany Street in the Bronx at midnight. A 2017 Ford SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 2007 Toyota sedan traveling straight southwest. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for all involved occupants. Four male passengers, aged 31 to 33, and the 66-year-old male driver were injured, sustaining trauma to the elbow, lower arm, hand, knee, lower leg, foot, neck, and head. None of the occupants were ejected or visibly complaining of injuries, but all were in shock. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting systemic danger in vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers.
Driver Dies After Losing Consciousness, Crashes Into Parked Cars▸A man lost control on Bruckner Boulevard. His sedan slammed into two parked cars. Metal crumpled. Glass flew. He died alone in the driver’s seat. The Bronx kept moving. No other injuries reported.
A 69-year-old man died after losing consciousness behind the wheel on Bruckner Boulevard near 653. According to the police report, his sedan veered into two parked vehicles. The impact folded metal and scattered glass. The driver died at the scene. No pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers were hurt. The police report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left two parked cars damaged but no other injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicle in Bronx▸A sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked car on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries and shock. No ejection occurred. Damage focused on the left rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Garrison Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The driver of the moving sedan, a 37-year-old man, sustained unspecified injuries and was in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. The driver was licensed and not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A man lost control on Bruckner Boulevard. His sedan slammed into two parked cars. Metal crumpled. Glass flew. He died alone in the driver’s seat. The Bronx kept moving. No other injuries reported.
A 69-year-old man died after losing consciousness behind the wheel on Bruckner Boulevard near 653. According to the police report, his sedan veered into two parked vehicles. The impact folded metal and scattered glass. The driver died at the scene. No pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers were hurt. The police report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left two parked cars damaged but no other injuries.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Vehicle in Bronx▸A sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked car on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries and shock. No ejection occurred. Damage focused on the left rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Garrison Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The driver of the moving sedan, a 37-year-old man, sustained unspecified injuries and was in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. The driver was licensed and not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked car on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered unspecified injuries and shock. No ejection occurred. Damage focused on the left rear quarter panel of the parked vehicle.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Garrison Avenue collided with the left rear bumper of a parked vehicle. The driver of the moving sedan, a 37-year-old man, sustained unspecified injuries and was in shock. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel, while the sedan's center front end was damaged. The driver was licensed and not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved.
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A northbound sedan struck the rear of a parked sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The female driver of the parked vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old female driver was injured when her parked sedan was rear-ended by another northbound sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The impact occurred at the center back end of the parked vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. The collision caused damage to the center rear of the parked sedan and the center front of the moving sedan.
Moped Injured in Bronx SUV Collision▸A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A moped and SUV collided on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver was distracted and improperly changed lanes. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Boulevard involving a moped and a 2016 Jeep SUV. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling southbound, as was the moped driver. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the moped. Neither vehicle sustained damage. The report highlights driver errors: inattention and improper passing or lane usage. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Two SUVs Collide on Hunts Point Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
Two SUVs crashed on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were distracted. The impact hit the front of one vehicle and the left side of the other. Injuries caused shock and pain.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Hunts Point Avenue. The female driver of the 2019 Jeep SUV was injured, suffering knee and lower leg trauma and experiencing shock. Both drivers were distracted, with driver inattention listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The Honda SUV struck the Jeep on its left side doors with its center front end. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report notes driver inattention and distraction as the primary causes, with no other contributing factors specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped SUV on Bruckner▸A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A northbound SUV rear-ended another stopped SUV on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were SUVs.
According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver in a 2022 Ford SUV rear-ended a 2020 Acura SUV stopped in traffic on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. The impact was at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The driver of the striking SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." No other contributing factors were noted. The collision caused injuries to the striking vehicle's driver but no ejection occurred.
4Bronx Sedans Collide on Leggett Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
Two sedans crashed on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered injuries, including head and arm trauma. The drivers were inexperienced and turned improperly. All were restrained and none ejected. Shock and pain complaints followed the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Leggett Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved four injured occupants: a 26-year-old male driver with head injuries and whiplash, a 30-year-old female front passenger with elbow and arm injuries, a 15-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash, and a 21-year-old male driver with head injuries. Both drivers were cited for turning improperly and driver inexperience. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The impact occurred at the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused center front and left front quarter panel damage to the vehicles.
SUV Hits Sedan Changing Lanes on Bruckner▸A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A 66-year-old man driving an SUV on Bruckner Expressway was injured in a collision with a sedan. The SUV driver was distracted and impaired by alcohol. The impact struck the SUV's right front and the sedan's left rear. The driver suffered a head contusion.
According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured when his vehicle collided with a 2010 sedan on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV driver was changing lanes while the sedan was going straight. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passes Too Closely, Hits Sedan Driver▸A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A 67-year-old man driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a crash on Bruckner Expressway. An SUV passed too closely, striking the sedan’s rear center. The driver was conscious but injured, complaining of whiplash. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Bruckner Expressway involving a sedan and an SUV traveling northbound. The 67-year-old sedan driver was injured, sustaining neck trauma and whiplash. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV’s driver failed to maintain safe distance when overtaking. The sedan was struck at the center back end by the SUV’s center front end. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of close passing on high-speed roadways.
E-Bike Driver Injured in Bronx Collision▸A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A 19-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and suffered facial injuries on Longwood Avenue. The crash involved a vehicle making a right turn. The rider was in shock and had minor burns. Driver distraction was a key factor.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old male e-bike driver traveling south on Longwood Avenue was partially ejected during a collision with a vehicle making a right turn eastbound. The rider sustained facial injuries and minor burns and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision point was the left front bumper of the e-bike, and the other vehicle sustained unspecified damage. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users.
SUVs Collide on Bronx Garrison Avenue▸Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
Two SUVs crashed at Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver made a left turn into the path of the other going straight. An 8-year-old girl in the rear passenger seat suffered a facial contusion. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. An 8-year-old female occupant in the left rear passenger seat of the turning SUV was injured, suffering a facial contusion. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield by the turning driver. No other injuries or violations were noted.
2Van Rear-Ends Box Truck on Slippery Bronx Road▸A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A van struck the rear of a box truck on Garrison Avenue in the Bronx. Both male occupants in the van suffered whiplash injuries to neck and back. Slippery pavement and limited view contributed to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling east.
According to the police report, a 2016 van traveling east on Garrison Avenue rear-ended a 2017 box truck also traveling east. The van’s driver and front passenger, both 32-year-old men, were injured with whiplash affecting the neck and back. The report lists slippery pavement and obstructed or limited view as contributing factors. The van’s point of impact was the center back end, while the box truck sustained damage to its left front bumper. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the crash. The van occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on Bruckner Boulevard▸A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
A southbound sedan struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The driver of the parked car, a 66-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cited driver inexperience as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a southbound Ford sedan collided with the left rear quarter panel of a parked Chevrolet sedan on Bruckner Boulevard. The Chevrolet's driver, a 66-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The Ford driver was traveling straight ahead, while the Chevrolet was stationary. Damage was noted on the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the moving vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Salamanca Demands Bronx DOT Borough Commissioner for Safety Accountability▸The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
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Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-09-13
The Bronx has no DOT borough commissioner. Crashes rise. Council Member Salamanca demands answers. Leadership is missing. Accountability is thin. Other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits. Streets stay dangerous. DOT promises a hire. The clock ticks.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council held an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation’s leadership and street safety in the Bronx. Council Member Rafael Salamanca (D-Concourse Village) pressed DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, stating, "There is no borough commissioner in the borough of the Bronx." The Bronx has lacked a permanent commissioner since November 2021. Salamanca demanded a timeline for filling the role, arguing, "There needs to be a level of accountability and our level of accountability is reaching out to that borough commissioner. Please speed it up." DOT responded that street safety projects are not planned or implemented by borough commissioners, but Salamanca insisted the vacancy leaves the Bronx exposed as crashes and injuries rise. All other boroughs have commissioners. The Bronx waits for leadership as danger mounts.
- Amid Rash of Crashes, DOT Has No Bronx Borough Commissioner, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-13