No One Spared: Crotona Park East Bleeds While Leaders Dither

Two sedans crashed on Boston Road in the Bronx at 3:12 a.m. One vehicle was parked, the other making a left turn. The turning driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police report lists unspecified driver errors but no victim fault.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:12 a.m. on Boston Road in the Bronx. One sedan was parked facing west, while the other sedan was traveling north and making a left turn. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle and the left front bumper of the turning vehicle. The driver of the turning vehicle, a 30-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and contusions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for this driver, indicating driver error without further detail. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited. The collision highlights risks associated with left-turn maneuvers and parked vehicles in urban settings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4708720 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

An 18-year-old on a ZNEN scooter slid on slick Bronx pavement. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The scooter’s front end crumpled. He wore no helmet. The street stayed silent as pain lingered and sirens approached.

An 18-year-old male riding a 2023 ZNEN motorscooter was severely injured on Southern Boulevard near 1789, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 10:40 in the morning in the Bronx. The report states the rider 'hit slick pavement,' listing 'Pavement Slippery' as the contributing factor. The narrative details that his 'head struck hard' and 'blood pooled,' with the scooter’s 'center front crushed.' The police report notes the rider wore 'no helmet.' No other vehicles or persons are listed as involved. The crash underscores the persistent danger posed by hazardous street conditions, as documented in the police report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707828 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

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

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

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

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

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

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

A Jeep SUV flipped on Sheridan Boulevard during a U-turn, striking northbound vehicles. One driver suffered facial bruises. Metal twisted. The street bore the mark of sudden, violent movement.

According to the police report, a Jeep SUV making a U-turn on Sheridan Boulevard overturned after colliding with several northbound vehicles, including a Chevrolet SUV and a Honda sedan. The crash happened at 4:15 AM. The Chevrolet SUV's 53-year-old male driver was injured, suffering facial contusions but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The Jeep SUV's right rear bumper was the point of impact, while other vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers and side doors. The police report lists the Jeep driver's pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn,' a hazardous maneuver that led to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim actions were cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4706941 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A drowsy garbage truck driver backed into a parked sedan on Freeman Street. The truck’s right front bumper hit the sedan’s left front. The driver suffered back pain. Fatigue behind the wheel led to injury.

According to the police report, a garbage truck backing west on Freeman Street struck a parked sedan facing east. The truck’s right front bumper hit the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The 32-year-old male truck driver was injured, reporting back pain and internal complaints, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver impairment during the maneuver. Both drivers were licensed. No errors were attributed to the sedan or its occupant. The crash underscores the danger posed by driver fatigue in city traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697604 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A tractor truck struck an SUV on Sheridan Boulevard Ramp. The SUV driver, a 31-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper passing and driver inattention as causes. Impact left both vehicles damaged.

According to the police report, a 2021 International tractor truck hit a 2021 Jeep SUV on Sheridan Boulevard Ramp at 21:46. The SUV, driven by a 31-year-old woman, was going straight when the truck, attempting to pass, struck her vehicle's right front quarter panel. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors, highlighting errors by the truck driver. No actions by the injured driver contributed to the crash. Both vehicles sustained damage in the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695445 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

An inattentive SUV driver made a left turn and struck a 54-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and shock, with no vehicle damage reported. The crash exposed dangers of driver distraction.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing outside a crosswalk on East 174 Street in the Bronx. The crash occurred at 3:15 p.m. when a Jeep SUV traveling northwest made a left turn and struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a failure to maintain proper attention during the maneuver. The pedestrian sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. This incident underscores the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695243 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 22-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered a head injury in the Bronx. The crash caused a contusion and bruising. The driver wore no safety equipment. The vehicle struck with its left front quarter panel at 11:28 AM.

According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near Southern Boulevard at 11:28 AM. The sole occupant, a 22-year-old male driving a 2023 ZHILO moped, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and bruise. The driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the moped's left front quarter panel. The report does not list any contributing factors or victim errors, highlighting the unlicensed status of the driver and lack of protective gear as critical details. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695231 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 23-year-old unlicensed motorcyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a sedan merging on Boston Road in the Bronx. The motorcycle struck the sedan’s left side doors, causing contusions and arm injuries to the rider, who was wearing a helmet.

According to the police report, the crash occurred around 11:00 PM on Boston Road in the Bronx. A sedan was merging southwest when it was struck on the left side doors by a motorcycle traveling straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle rider, a 23-year-old male, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, including contusions and bruises. The report notes the motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants. The collision's contributing factors are unspecified, but the motorcyclist’s unlicensed status and the sedan’s merging maneuver are critical elements. The impact point and vehicle damage confirm the motorcycle struck the sedan’s left side, highlighting the dangers of merging conflicts and unlicensed operation.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695237 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Two SUVs crashed on Boston Road in the Bronx. One driver made a U-turn and hit another going straight. The female driver making the U-turn suffered an elbow injury. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Boston Road in the Bronx. One SUV was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a U-turn. The impact occurred at the right front quarter panel of the straight-moving vehicle and the left front bumper of the U-turning vehicle. The female driver making the U-turn was injured, sustaining an elbow and lower arm injury. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed, and no other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689267 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A sedan struck a moped from behind on Fox Street near Intervale Avenue. The 23-year-old moped rider was thrown to the pavement, bleeding and unconscious. The sedan’s front end crumpled. The street held the rider’s body as daylight faded.

A deadly crash unfolded on Fox Street near Intervale Avenue. According to the police report, a sedan traveling south struck a moped from behind. The 23-year-old moped rider was ejected and landed on the pavement, suffering severe bleeding and losing consciousness. He died from his injuries. The sedan’s front end was crushed in the impact. Police cited 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The report notes the moped rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after listing the driver’s errors. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers ignore speed limits and traffic controls.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683237 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A young man rode north on Southern Boulevard before dawn. He wore a helmet. He had alcohol in his blood. The motorcycle smashed front-first. He flew from the seat. He died. The street fell silent.

A 23-year-old man was killed while riding a motorcycle north on Southern Boulevard at 3:35 a.m. According to the police report, he was unlicensed and had alcohol in his blood. The 2023 Fly E motorcycle struck hard, crushing the front end. The rider, wearing a helmet, was ejected and died from injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unspecified' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street remained quiet after the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4679916 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 51-year-old male bicyclist riding south on East 176 Street was hit on his right side by an eastbound sedan. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 176 Street collided with an e-bike traveling south. The point of impact was the right side doors of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist, a 51-year-old man, sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and remained on the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or helmet use. The sedan had no occupants at the time. The crash caused damage to the right side doors of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694053 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A sedan making a left turn struck a van traveling south on Wilkens Avenue in the Bronx. The van’s left side was hit. A 25-year-old female front passenger in the sedan suffered a back injury. Unsafe speed and lane changing caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 2014 sedan making a left turn collided with a 2017 van traveling straight south on Wilkens Avenue in the Bronx. The point of impact was the van’s left side doors and the sedan’s center front end. The sedan carried four occupants; the front passenger, a 25-year-old woman, was injured with a back injury but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as unsafe lane changing and unsafe speed. The van driver was licensed and traveling straight. The sedan driver was also licensed. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s front end; the van showed no damage. No victims were ejected. The crash highlights dangerous driver behavior on this Bronx street.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672546 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 31-year-old man was struck at an intersection on West Farms Road in the Bronx. The Jeep involved showed no damage. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited unsafe speed and aggressive driving as factors.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West Farms Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian was in the roadway when the crash occurred. The vehicle involved was a Jeep traveling northbound. The report lists unsafe speed and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious at the scene. The Jeep showed no damage and had no occupants at the time. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672569 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04