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In the Bronx, a merging SUV struck a sedan head-on. The right rear passenger of the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe lane changing triggered the collision, leaving one injured and vehicles damaged at impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Sedgwick Ave near University Ave in the Bronx at 7:36 PM. A Jeep SUV traveling north was merging when it collided with a northbound Toyota sedan going straight ahead. 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' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The injured party was a 35-year-old male occupant seated in the right rear of the sedan, who sustained back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and was conscious. He was restrained by a lap belt. The collision resulted from driver errors involving inattention and unsafe merging maneuvers, causing harm to a vehicle passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770979 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A Tesla sedan struck the left rear bumper of a parked tractor truck on Sedgwick Ave in the Bronx. Four occupants in the sedan suffered contusions and abrasions. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the primary cause of the crash.

According to the police report, at 4:19 AM on Sedgwick Ave in the Bronx, a 2023 Tesla sedan traveling north collided with the left rear bumper of a parked 2005 tractor truck diesel. The sedan's driver, a 25-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his face and had an airbag deployed. Three passengers, aged 20 and 21, sustained contusions and bruises to their faces and limbs. The report explicitly attributes the crash to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' on the part of the sedan driver. The truck was stationary at the time of impact. No ejections occurred, and all injured parties were conscious. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victims' behaviors. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper of the sedan and the left rear bumper of the truck.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769062 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

SUV struck sedan’s rear on Major Deegan. Sedan driver, 28, suffered head and internal injuries. He stayed conscious, belted in. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Impact left the sedan damaged and driver hurt.

According to the police report, a northbound SUV rear-ended a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway at 3:30 PM. The SUV hit the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The sedan’s 28-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and internal complaints but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not cite any driver errors or violations for either vehicle. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765513 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Council bill slashes legal parking time for big rigs. Ninety minutes max for tractor-trailers. Three hours for other commercial trucks. Streets clear faster. Heavy metal moves on.

Int 1069-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced September 26, 2024. The bill reads: "reducing the maximum time commercial vehicles may park." Sponsored by Kevin C. Riley and 23 others, it limits parking to three hours for most commercial vehicles, and 90 minutes for tractor-trailers, unless signs say otherwise. The law takes effect 120 days after passage. Council aims to keep streets less clogged by oversized trucks. No safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets long-term truck storage on city streets.

• File Int 1069-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26

Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.

Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.

• File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26

A box truck making a left turn collided with a parked sedan in the Bronx. The sedan’s driver suffered a back contusion. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The impact struck the sedan’s left front quarter panel.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Boscobel Place near Undercliff Avenue in the Bronx at 2:47 p.m. A box truck traveling southwest was making a left turn when it struck a parked sedan facing east. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the truck against the left front quarter panel of the sedan. The sedan’s 53-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained a back contusion and was injured but not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles involved. The truck driver’s failure to maintain attention during the turn led to the collision with the parked vehicle. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769050 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Two SUVs collided on Macombs Dam Bridge at night. The merging vehicle struck the right rear bumper of the other SUV. The driver of the struck vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention was cited as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:34 on Macombs Dam Bridge involving two SUVs traveling westbound. One driver was merging when his vehicle's left front bumper impacted the right rear bumper of the other SUV, which was going straight ahead. The driver of the struck vehicle, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed, and no other contributing factors were specified. The impact location and vehicle damage confirm the merging SUV caused the collision by striking the rear of the other vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4754610 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 53-year-old male driver suffered chest contusions after his SUV struck debris on the Major Deegan Expressway. The crash occurred at 6:00 a.m. The vehicle was traveling southbound when the obstruction caused impact and injury.

According to the police report, a 53-year-old male driver was injured when his 2023 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway encountered an obstruction or debris. The report lists 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained chest contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicle's pre-crash action was 'Going Straight Ahead,' and the point of impact was noted as 'Other,' indicating the collision was with debris rather than another vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. This incident highlights the dangers posed by roadway obstructions to vehicle operators.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4749698 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.

Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.

• File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15

A motorcycle passenger was ejected and suffered head injuries on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and driver inexperience. The injured occupant was not wearing safety equipment and remained conscious after the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:50 on the Cross Bronx Expressway involving a 2023 FENGY motorcycle traveling east. The motorcycle driver held a permit and was inexperienced. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. Another vehicle was changing lanes eastbound but sustained no damage. The motorcycle's left front quarter panel was the point of impact. A 30-year-old male passenger, positioned in the middle rear seat or lying across a seat, was ejected during the crash. He suffered head injuries and internal complaints but remained conscious. The passenger was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers of inexperienced drivers and unsafe lane changes on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739032 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A van struck a motorcycle traveling west on Grant Highway in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. The van driver was distracted, causing a right front bumper collision with the motorcycle’s rear center.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 on Grant Highway in the Bronx. A van traveling south collided with a motorcycle traveling west. The van’s right front bumper impacted the center back end of the motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 58-year-old male, was ejected and sustained upper arm injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The van driver, a licensed female, was identified as inattentive or distracted, which the report cites as the contributing factor. The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, but no other contributing factors were listed. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention on city streets, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable motorcyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732966 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A moped driver crashed on Nelson Avenue after disregarding traffic control. He was ejected, breaking and dislocating his lower leg. No helmet. No other injuries. Metal twisted. Street silent.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male moped driver heading south on Nelson Avenue was ejected from his vehicle after disregarding traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The rider suffered a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was marked as level 3, indicating serious harm. The moped’s right rear quarter panel was damaged. The driver wore no safety equipment. No other people or vehicles were involved. The police report highlights the driver’s failure to obey traffic control as the cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733413 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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