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An 11-year-old boy playing in the roadway on Marcy Place was struck by a westbound sedan. The boy suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The driver’s vehicle showed no damage. The child was conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, an 11-year-old pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway on Marcy Place. The child suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The vehicle involved was a 2016 Toyota sedan traveling west, which struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The report lists the contributing factor as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The vehicle sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in playing in the road at the time of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642068 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A van traveling east on the Cross Bronx Expressway was struck from behind. The front passenger suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited following too closely as the cause. The impact damaged the van’s left rear quarter panel.

According to the police report, a van traveling east on the Cross Bronx Expressway was rear-ended, sustaining damage to its left rear quarter panel. The front passenger, a 49-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and shock but was not ejected. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating the striking vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance. The van driver was changing lanes at the time. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640529 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

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 2023-06-08

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

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

A Jeep SUV made a left turn on East 170 Street in the Bronx. It struck a southbound e-scooter. The scooter driver was ejected and suffered fractures. The SUV’s front passenger was bruised and injured. Both men remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a 1994 Jeep SUV was making a left turn on East 170 Street when it collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and sustained fractures to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV’s front passenger, a 25-year-old man, suffered a contusion and shoulder-upper arm injury but was not ejected. Both victims were conscious at the scene. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The SUV’s point of impact was the left front bumper, and the e-scooter’s center front end was damaged. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter driver, while the passenger wore a lap belt.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635101 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

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 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 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

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 sedan struck an e-bike on Inwood Avenue. The rider, 49, was ejected and suffered broken bones and dislocations. Police cite traffic control disregard. The crash left the e-bike rider injured and shaken.

According to the police report, a northbound e-bike collided with the right side doors of a westbound sedan on Inwood Avenue. The 49-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocations. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, pointing to a failure to obey signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan was traveling straight ahead. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631198 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A sedan making a U-turn struck a southbound e-scooter on Morris Avenue. The e-scooter driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction and improper turning caused the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Morris Avenue made an improper U-turn and collided with a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 34-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the center front end of the e-scooter. Contributing factors listed include the sedan driver’s improper turning and inattention or distraction. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but the crash was caused by the sedan driver’s failure to yield and distraction. No other factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4627282 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

SUV and tractor truck collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. Both changed lanes unsafely. Three men in the SUV suffered back injuries. Metal twisted. The truck stayed whole. The road stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, a Jeep SUV and a Hino tractor truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway while both vehicles were changing lanes. The SUV’s right rear quarter struck the truck’s left front. Three men in the SUV, ages 24, 25, and 30, suffered back injuries but remained conscious and were not ejected. All wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The SUV’s rear quarter panel was damaged. The truck showed no damage. No other factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4626332 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

SUV struck a moped’s rear. The 19-year-old driver was ejected, fracturing his hip. His passenger, also 19, was partially ejected with leg fractures. Both were conscious. Police cited traffic control disregard.

According to the police report, an SUV hit a moped’s right rear quarter panel on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The 19-year-old moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured hip. His 19-year-old passenger was partially ejected, sustaining knee and lower leg fractures. Both were conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the moped driver. The moped driver was unlicensed; the SUV driver was licensed. No safety equipment was noted for the injured. The moped was demolished, and the SUV had front bumper damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4621971 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21