Two young riders dead on the Bronx River Parkway. The pattern is older than they were.

Mar 20 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

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

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

Mar 20 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

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

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

Mar 19 - A bicyclist suffered abrasions and arm injuries when an SUV passed too closely on East 161 Street. The driver’s inattention and failure to maintain safe distance caused the collision, leaving the cyclist injured but conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:00 AM on East 161 Street involving a bicyclist and an SUV both traveling eastbound. The SUV struck the bicyclist on the center back end, impacting the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report cites the SUV driver’s errors as 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' highlighting a failure to maintain a safe distance from the cyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious throughout. No contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment were listed in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712479 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 16 - A taxi parked on Exterior Street was struck from behind by a sedan traveling south. The impact injured three passengers in the taxi, causing whiplash and neck injuries. Unsafe speed by the sedan driver contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, at 22:32 on Exterior Street, a sedan traveling south struck a parked taxi from behind. The taxi, a 2015 Acura with three occupants, sustained damage to its center back end, while the sedan had front-end damage. The report cites unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Three passengers in the taxi were injured, all conscious and not ejected. Two 23-year-old female passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash, and a 3-year-old male passenger sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, also complaining of whiplash. The sedan driver’s failure to control speed while approaching a parked vehicle directly caused the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4710369 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 12 - A 72-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan on Morris Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision.

According to the police report, at 11:22 AM on Morris Avenue in the Bronx, a sedan traveling south struck a 72-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no vehicle damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The collision highlights driver failure to obey traffic controls and yield to pedestrians legally crossing, directly leading to the injury of a vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709025 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 7 - 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

Mar 7 - Council moves to force DOT to post clear bus lane signs on every block. Riders and walkers need to know when cars must stay out. The bill demands public, block-by-block rules. No more guessing. Streets reveal their rules.

Int 0647-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on March 7, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to bus lane restrictions," orders DOT to post signs on each block with bus lane rules and to publish hours online. Sponsors include Althea V. Stevens (primary), Chris Banks, Chi A. Ossé, Nantasha M. Williams, Carmen N. De La Rosa, Amanda Farías, Yusef Salaam, and Kevin C. Riley. The measure aims to end confusion and make bus lane rules plain for all. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File Int 0647-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

Feb 28 - Council bill pushes DOT to let schools, centers, and institutions use streets outside their doors. More people, less traffic. Streets shift from cars to community. Still in committee.

Int 0450-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since February 28, 2024. The bill orders DOT to create a program letting community centers, schools, arts, and religious institutions use adjacent outdoor spaces. The matter title reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to establish a program to allow community centers, schools, arts and cultural institutions and religious institutions to use adjacent outdoor spaces.' Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Stevens, Restler, Won, and others. The bill has not yet passed. If enacted, it could reclaim space from cars, giving it to people. No formal safety analysis yet, but the measure could mean safer, more vibrant streets for all.

• File Int 0450-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council moves to form a board on school crossing guard deployment. NYPD, DOT, and DOE must report twice a year. The aim: more eyes on street danger where kids cross.

Bill Int 0448-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety after introduction on February 28, 2024. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to an advisory board on crossing guard deployment," calls for NYPD, DOT, and DOE to join an advisory board. The board must send biannual reports on crossing guard needs to the Mayor, Council Speaker, and Police Commissioner. Council Member Kamillah Hanks leads as primary sponsor, joined by Stevens, Schulman, Salaam, and others. The Bronx Borough President requested the bill. The board’s reports could spotlight gaps and push for better protection at dangerous crossings.

• File Int 0448-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 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

Feb 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

Feb 9 - A 33-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a motorcycle struck her at an intersection in the Bronx. The unlicensed male rider drove aggressively and turned improperly, causing the collision without vehicle damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 PM on Grand Concourse near East 169 Street in the Bronx. A 33-year-old female pedestrian was injured with abrasions to her knee and lower leg after being struck by a 2023 motorcycle traveling south. The motorcycle driver, a male from New Jersey, was unlicensed and driving aggressively, exhibiting road rage and making an improper turn. The point of impact was the motorcycle's left rear quarter panel, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and located at the intersection, described as performing 'other actions in roadway.' The report highlights driver errors including aggressive driving, road rage, and improper turning as contributing factors. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4706123 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 8 - Council moves to hike fines for riding bikes, e-bikes, and scooters on city sidewalks. The bill targets sidewalk riding with stiffer penalties. No mention of street safety or driver accountability.

Bill Int 0037-2024 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since February 8, 2024. The measure, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...increasing civil penalties for operating a bicycle, bicycle with electric assist, or electric scooter on the sidewalk,' seeks to raise fines for sidewalk riding. Council Members Stevens (primary), Gennaro, Ung, Brewer, Brannan, and Morano sponsor the bill. The action: referral to committee. The summary states, 'This bill would increase each of the existing civil penalties for operating a bicycle, a bicycle with electric assist (commonly referred to as an “e-bike”), or an electric scooter on the sidewalk.' No safety analyst assessment is available. The bill focuses on penalties, not on street design or driver behavior.

• File Int 0037-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-08

Feb 2 - A sedan traveling west struck an eastbound e-bike on East 167 Street in the Bronx. The e-bike driver, a 20-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan driver disregarded traffic controls, causing the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:02 on East 167 Street near Sheridan Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan traveling westbound collided with an eastbound e-bike. The e-bike driver, a 20-year-old male, was partially ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The sedan’s front end struck the e-bike’s left front bumper, with damage centered on the sedan’s front end. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The e-bike driver was unlicensed and riding without safety equipment, but these factors were not listed as contributing causes. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699671 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 2 - A distracted e-scooter driver struck a 7-year-old girl at an intersection on East 156 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision without vehicle damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:00 on East 156 Street involving an e-scooter traveling south. The 7-year-old female pedestrian was injured with a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was going straight ahead and the vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was located at the intersection at the time of impact. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted e-scooter drivers failing to yield to pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700529 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 28 - A northbound SUV struck its front passenger, causing facial injuries and minor bleeding. The crash at Grand Concourse left the 28-year-old woman in shock. Police cite alcohol involvement and passenger distraction as contributing factors in the collision.

According to the police report, a 2012 SUV traveling north on Grand Concourse struck its front passenger, a 28-year-old woman, who sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, indicating the collision occurred inside the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The passenger was not ejected but suffered injury severity level 3 and was in shock. The report highlights driver impairment due to alcohol as a key factor in the crash, emphasizing systemic danger from impaired driving. No victim fault or behavior contributed to the crash according to the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4698219 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 22 - Two sedans collided on East 165 Street in the Bronx at 8:50 p.m. The driver of one vehicle, traveling north, was cited for unsafe speed. Both drivers suffered whiplash, with injuries to their entire bodies. Passengers were restrained and conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 165 Street near College Avenue in the Bronx at 8:50 p.m. Two sedans traveling straight ahead collided, impacting the left front bumper of the northbound Honda and the right front bumper of the eastbound BMW. The driver of the Honda, a 25-year-old female, was cited for unsafe speed, which the report identifies as a contributing factor. Both the driver and a 36-year-old female front passenger in the Honda were injured, sustaining whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. Both occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses at the time of the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger or other driver behaviors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697157 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 20 - SUV plowed into a 12-year-old boy at East 164 Street and Morris Avenue. Driver inattention led to the crash. The child suffered full-body injuries but stayed conscious. Impact struck the center front of the vehicle.

According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east on East 164 Street struck a 12-year-old boy at the intersection with Morris Avenue in the Bronx. The child was crossing at the intersection when the vehicle hit him, causing abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end, resulting in damage there. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use, were listed. The data underscores the danger posed by distracted drivers at city intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4696366 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 10 - A male pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after being struck by an eastbound SUV at an intersection on East 161 Street. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian’s right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian remained conscious despite injuries.

According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on East 161 Street around 15:17. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated as moderate (3). The collision involved a single SUV traveling eastbound, which struck the pedestrian on the right rear quarter panel. The vehicle was reported to have no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report lists the pedestrian’s actions as “Other Actions in Roadway” but does not specify any contributing factors from the driver or pedestrian. No driver errors such as Failure to Yield or speeding were cited in the data. The focus remains on the impact and resulting injuries to the vulnerable pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694369 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 1 - A taxi traveling east on East 167 Street rear-ended a sedan at unsafe speed. Four passengers in the sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained. The crash exposed dangers of speeding in Bronx traffic.

According to the police report, at 3:20 AM on East 167 Street in the Bronx, a taxi traveling east struck the center back end of a sedan going straight ahead. The taxi driver’s unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor. The sedan carried four passengers—ages 9, 12, 29, and 35—each wearing lap belts and harnesses. All four sustained head injuries and whiplash, with injury severity rated level 3. None were ejected and all remained conscious. The report highlights the taxi driver’s failure to control speed as the primary cause of the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by speeding vehicles to vehicle occupants even when properly restrained.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691623 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19