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

Jun 12 - An 11-year-old pedestrian suffered upper arm abrasions after a sedan struck him while he emerged from in front of a parked vehicle. The driver’s inattention and distraction caused the collision, leaving the child injured but conscious.

According to the police report, at 16:15 on Sheridan Avenue, a sedan traveling north struck an 11-year-old pedestrian who was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle. The child sustained abrasions and an upper arm injury but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor to the crash, cited twice. The vehicle was going straight ahead and showed no damage, indicating a failure by the driver to notice the pedestrian. The pedestrian was not ejected and wore stoppers, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. This incident highlights the dangers of driver distraction in urban settings, where vulnerable pedestrians can be struck even without visible vehicle damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732379 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 11 - A distracted driver set off a four-car pileup on East 165 Street. Metal slammed metal. A 41-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She stayed conscious, strapped in by her harness.

According to the police report, a crash involving three SUVs and a sedan erupted on East 165 Street at 12:28 p.m. The report cites driver inattention or distraction as the cause. Vehicles were traveling west; some were stopped in traffic, one was parked, and another was moving straight ahead. Impact points included left side doors, bumpers, and back ends, showing a chain reaction. A 41-year-old female SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma and whiplash. She was not ejected and remained conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report highlights driver distraction as the contributing factor, with no victim behavior listed.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732182 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 8 - A moped carrying two struck a parked sedan on East 161 Street in the Bronx. The impact ejected a 19-year-old rear passenger, fracturing his lower leg and foot. Unsafe speed by the moped driver caused severe injuries without any vehicle occupants harmed.

According to the police report, the crash occurred near Sheridan Avenue on East 161 Street in the Bronx at 11:53 p.m. A moped traveling eastbound struck the left rear bumper of a parked 2008 sedan. The moped driver, who was unlicensed, was operating at an unsafe speed, which is cited as the contributing factor for the collision. The impact ejected a 19-year-old male rear passenger from the moped, causing fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The passenger was conscious but seriously injured. The sedan had no occupants at the time and sustained damage to its left rear bumper. The report highlights the moped driver's unsafe speed and unlicensed status as critical factors in this crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732373 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 8 - Two sedans collided on Major Deegan Expressway. Driver inattention sent one car into another. A 41-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. High speed and distraction turned routine travel into harm.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on the Major Deegan Expressway collided at 14:08. The right front bumper of a Honda sedan struck the left rear bumper of an Audi sedan. The Audi’s 41-year-old female driver was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, noted twice. Both vehicles were going straight before the crash. This incident underscores the danger of driver distraction on busy city expressways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732961 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 7 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Jun 7 - Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Jun 7 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Jun 7 - Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Jun 7 - Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Jun 7 - Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Jun 7 - Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Jun 6 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06

Jun 6 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06

Jun 5 - A 42-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a taxi making an improper right turn. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving abrasions. The taxi’s right front bumper hit the pedestrian at a Bronx intersection.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Walton Avenue and East 164 Street in the Bronx at 9:08 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Cadillac taxi traveling north made an improper right turn. The taxi’s right front bumper struck the pedestrian, causing injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and resulting in abrasions. The report explicitly cites the driver’s error as "Turning Improperly," highlighting the taxi driver’s failure to navigate the turn safely. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The collision caused damage to the taxi’s right front quarter panel. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver errors at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731377 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 3 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.

Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.

• File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03

Jun 3 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.

Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.

• File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03

Jun 1 - A 28-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan made a left turn and hit him at a Bronx intersection. The driver showed no vehicle damage. Alcohol involvement and traffic control disregard contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Sherman Avenue in the Bronx struck a pedestrian at the intersection near East 163 Street around 11 p.m. The pedestrian, a 28-year-old man, was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The vehicle was making a left turn when it impacted the pedestrian on the left rear quarter panel, but the sedan sustained no damage. The report cites alcohol involvement and traffic control disregard as contributing factors to the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Acura sedan. The pedestrian was in the roadway at the intersection, but no victim fault is indicated. The collision highlights driver errors linked to alcohol and failure to obey traffic controls.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741679 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 1 - A sedan traveling south collided with a bicyclist heading east on East 169 Street in the Bronx. The 19-year-old cyclist suffered neck abrasions but remained conscious. Police cited unsafe speed as a key factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 18:18 on East 169 Street near Grand Concourse in the Bronx involving a sedan and a bicycle. The sedan was traveling south while the bicyclist, a 19-year-old female driver without a license, was moving east. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police identified unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The report highlights driver error related to unsafe speed as the primary cause of the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731003 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 31 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after being struck from behind by an SUV on East 165 Street. The collision occurred as both vehicles traveled eastbound. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 165 Street around 14:06. A 28-year-old male moped driver was injured when a 2013 Toyota SUV struck the center back end of his moped from behind. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead in the same direction. The moped rider sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The moped showed no vehicle damage, indicating the impact was likely moderate but sufficient to cause injury. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4729023 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 28 - Senate backs S 9718. Bill orders safe street design for all. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get new protections. Some senators vote no. The car’s grip loosens, but danger remains.

Senate bill S 9718, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on May 28 and June 3, 2024. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan, with co-sponsors Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, Jack M. Martins, Anthony H. Palumbo, and Julia Salazar, pushed the measure. The bill mandates street designs that protect everyone, not just drivers. Most senators voted yes, but a block of no votes showed resistance. The bill’s language centers vulnerable users. It marks a shift: streets must serve people, not just cars.

• File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-05-28