Longwood Bleeds: City Stalls, Streets Kill

A sedan and an SUV collided on East 165 Street in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles struck each other’s front bumpers. Limited visibility contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west and an SUV traveling north collided at East 165 Street in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old female occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. Both vehicles impacted each other’s front bumpers. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for the crash. The sedan driver’s injury severity was rated as moderate (3). Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead prior to the collision. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any other contributing factors or victim errors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652966 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A motorcycle rider was ejected and suffered serious head injuries in a Bronx crash. The sedan driver made a left turn. Both drivers were distracted. The motorcyclist was unconscious and unhelmeted. The collision damaged the right front of both vehicles.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and sustained head injuries after a collision with a sedan on East 163 Street in the Bronx. The sedan driver was making a left turn while the motorcycle was traveling straight east. Both drivers had contributing factors of driver inattention or distraction. The motorcyclist was unlicensed and not wearing safety equipment. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist was unconscious and suffered internal injuries. The report lists driver inattention as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652891 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 28-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by a left-turning sedan on Southern Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Southern Boulevard at an intersection in the Bronx. The driver, a female with a permit license, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and sustained a head abrasion, classified as injury severity 3, but remained conscious. The sedan, an Audi registered in New Jersey, had no visible damage despite the impact to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors were noted. The pedestrian was not at fault in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4654866 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.

Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.

• File S 7621, Open States, Published 2023-08-02

Two sedans crashed on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both drivers were male. The unlicensed driver struck the rear of the other vehicle. Two men suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. Aggressive driving was a factor.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The driver of the Audi, who was unlicensed, struck the center back end of a Ford sedan that was slowing or stopping. Both vehicles were traveling west. Two male occupants, the drivers and a front passenger, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. The Ford driver was licensed; the Audi driver was not. No other contributing factors were specified. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649580 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A young man crashed his motorbike on Saint John Avenue. No helmet. No armor. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed awake, pain sharp, staring at the pavement. The bike stood untouched. Inexperience cost him flesh.

A 25-year-old man riding a motorbike west on Saint John Avenue near 1034 in the Bronx suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the contributing factor. The report states the rider wore no helmet or armor. The motorbike itself was undamaged, and no other vehicles or people were involved. The injured man remained conscious at the scene. The data highlights driver inexperience as the primary cause, with lack of safety equipment noted only after the error. No blame is placed on the victim.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649575 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 30-year-old woman was struck at a Bronx intersection by a southbound cyclist. She suffered a head injury and was semiconscious, complaining of pain and nausea. The bike showed no damage. Confusion by the pedestrian contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Southern Boulevard and Longwood Avenue in the Bronx. She sustained a head injury and was semiconscious after being hit by a southbound cyclist traveling straight ahead. The bike showed no damage upon impact. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's actions were unclear, but confusion played a role. No safety equipment or signals were mentioned. The cyclist was the sole occupant of the bike.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649187 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 26-year-old male driver was ejected and injured in a Bronx crash. The vehicle struck head-on. The driver suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed. The crash occurred on Prospect Avenue near 1054.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male driver was ejected from his vehicle during a crash on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. The vehicle, traveling north, sustained center front end damage from a collision. The driver was unlicensed, which is a critical factor in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any victim errors. The driver suffered facial abrasions and was conscious after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers operating vehicles in the city.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649567 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A GMC SUV struck the rear of a Toyota on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Three occupants in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The driver’s inattention and following too closely caused the crash. No ejections occurred.

According to the police report, a 2001 GMC SUV traveling northeast on Southern Boulevard rear-ended a 2005 Toyota also heading northeast. The SUV was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. The collision injured three occupants in the SUV: the driver, a front passenger, and a right rear passenger. All suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The Toyota sustained front-end damage; the SUV showed no damage. Safety equipment used included lap belts and harnesses. No contributing factors related to the victims were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646644 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A man on an e-scooter lost control on Westchester Avenue. He flew off. His face hit the street. Blood pooled. The scooter stood untouched. He lay conscious, bleeding in the Bronx heat. No other vehicles involved. No helmet. No help nearby.

A 42-year-old man riding an e-scooter southbound on Westchester Avenue near Intervale Avenue in the Bronx was ejected from his scooter and suffered severe facial bleeding. According to the police report, 'He flew off. His face struck pavement. Blood pooled. The scooter stood upright. He lay conscious, bleeding alone in the summer heat.' No other vehicles were involved and the e-scooter showed no damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no helmet use was cited as a contributing factor. The crash left the rider injured and bleeding, with no mention of outside interference or driver error.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642950 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

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

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

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

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

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

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

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

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

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

A station wagon struck a sedan from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Two 19-year-old passengers in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver was unlicensed. The crash was caused by following too closely.

According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV rear-ended a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Two 19-year-old male passengers in the SUV were injured, both suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper and the SUV's center back end. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both injured passengers were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4622363 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 52-year-old male motorcyclist was partially ejected and injured on East 165 Street in the Bronx. The crash involved improper lane usage. The rider suffered abrasions and arm injuries but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on East 165 Street collided with another vehicle making a right turn southwest. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor. The motorcycle's left front bumper and the other vehicle's right front quarter panel were damaged. The rider was wearing a helmet but still suffered injury. The driver held a valid New York license. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4620133 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Councilmember Restler joins Bronx and Queens colleagues to target fake license plates. The bill slaps heavy fines on dealers selling sham tags. Lawmakers say ghost cars dodge cameras, endanger streets, and let reckless drivers vanish. The crackdown aims to stop the chaos.

Intro 988, introduced on April 11, 2023, targets the sale of fake license plates in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Oswald Feliz, Marjorie Velázquez, and Lincoln Restler, amends laws to ban selling counterfeit tags, with fines starting at $1,000 for first offenses and $2,000 for repeat violations. The measure was brought before the City Council and discussed at a City Hall press conference. The matter summary states the bill 'goes after the unscrupulous used car dealers profiting considerably off a huge black market for phony tags.' Restler, as a sponsor, joins efforts to curb the spread of ghost cars, which evade speed cameras and tolls, making streets more dangerous for everyone. Lawmakers stress that the goal is deterrence, not revenue, and call for further action from online marketplaces and federal agencies.

• Bronx pol proposes crackdown on ‘ghost cars’ with phony plates, amny.com, Published 2023-04-11