Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in University Heights (South)-Morris Heights?
No More Blood for Parking: Make Streets Safe Now
University Heights (South)-Morris Heights: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Numbers Do Not Lie
Six dead. Nine left with injuries that will not heal. In the last three and a half years, the streets of University Heights (South)-Morris Heights have not been quiet. There have been 1,051 crashes. 707 people hurt. Each number is a body. Each body is a story that ends or changes on the asphalt. NYC Open Data
Pedestrians and cyclists are not safe here. In the last year, one person died. Three more suffered injuries so severe they may never walk the same. Children are not spared. Thirteen under 18 were hurt in the last twelve months. One was seriously injured. The old are not spared. The numbers do not care about age.
The Machines That Kill
Cars and trucks do most of the damage. Sedans, SUVs, box trucks. They strike, they crush, they burn. In the last three years, cars and SUVs killed two pedestrians and left dozens more with broken bones and broken lives. Trucks took another life. Motorcycles and mopeds left three more with moderate injuries. Bicycles did not kill anyone. The street is a battlefield, but only one side is armored.
Leadership: Words, Laws, and Silence
The city talks about Vision Zero. They say one death is too many. They say they are redesigning intersections, lowering speed limits, installing cameras. But here, the pace is slow. The carnage is not. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program lapsed. Speed cameras need Albany’s blessing to keep running. The city has the power to lower the speed limit to 20 mph. They have not used it. Each day of delay is another day of risk.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is preventable. Every injury is a failure of will. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand cameras that never sleep. Demand streets that do not kill.
Do not wait for another body in the road. Act now.
Citations
Other Representatives
District 86
2175C Jerome Ave., Bronx, NY 10453
Room 551, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 14
2065 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453
347-590-2874
250 Broadway, Suite 1816, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7074
District 31
5030 Broadway Suite 701, New York, NY 10034
Room 306, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
University Heights (South)-Morris Heights University Heights (South)-Morris Heights sits in Bronx, Precinct 46, District 14, AD 86, SD 31, Bronx CB5.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for University Heights (South)-Morris Heights
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 66-year-old woman was hit by an SUV turning left on West 183 Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling north on West 183 Street made a left turn and struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Bicyclist Partially Ejected, Head Injured Bronx▸A 33-year-old man on a bike was thrown and hit his head on Brandt Place. He bled, semiconscious, in the Bronx street. No other vehicles listed. No driver errors reported.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a head injury on Brandt Place near University Avenue in the Bronx. The rider was semiconscious and bleeding. The crash involved only the bike, which was traveling south and struck its right front quarter panel. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, according to the police report.
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A taxi turning left struck a pedestrian crossing Grand Avenue in the Bronx. The man suffered upper leg and hip injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Grand Avenue in the Bronx made a left turn and struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and remained conscious after the collision. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically driver inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way. The impact occurred at the taxi's left front bumper, causing damage to that area. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
13-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 13-year-old boy was struck while crossing West Burnside Avenue with the signal. The impact hit the center front end of a Honda car. He suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West Burnside Avenue and Sedgwick Avenue. He was crossing with the signal when a Honda car struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered moderate injury severity. No details about the driver’s license status or vehicle damage were provided.
2Moped Hits Ambulance Turning on Jerome Avenue▸A moped carrying two men struck an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. Both moped riders suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The ambulance and moped collided front to front. Both drivers were licensed and conscious.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male moped driver and his 19-year-old male passenger were injured when their moped collided head-on with an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The moped was traveling north, and the ambulance was traveling east, turning left at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The moped driver and passenger suffered contusions and bruises to their knees, lower legs, and feet. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No helmet or safety equipment was used by the moped riders, but no contributing factor was assigned to that.
SUV Parked Hit by Passing Pickup Truck▸A pickup truck struck a parked SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The pickup truck driver passed too closely, causing the collision. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling north on Davidson Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old female occupant, was injured with contusions and lower leg trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The pickup truck's right front bumper struck the SUV's left front quarter panel. The SUV was stationary before impact, while the pickup truck was going straight ahead. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and injured the SUV driver without any indication of victim fault.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured▸A sedan backing north on Undercliff Avenue struck its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to the vehicle’s right rear bumper. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 2019 Dodge sedan was backing north on Undercliff Avenue when it caused injury to its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old female occupant sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The vehicle’s right rear bumper was damaged on impact. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as a contributing factor. The driver, a licensed male from North Carolina, was operating the vehicle during the backing maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious throughout.
74-Year-Old Driver Injured in SUV Collision▸A 74-year-old woman driving a 2022 Jeep SUV suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Popham Avenue. The collision involved a parked 2012 Acura SUV and a motorcycle. The driver was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Popham Avenue involving a 2022 Jeep SUV she was driving, a parked 2012 Acura SUV, and a motorcycle. The woman sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The Acura SUV was parked and struck on its right front bumper. The Jeep SUV was traveling southwest and impacted with its center front end. The motorcycle was also parked. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
E-Scooter Passenger Injured in Jerome Avenue Crash▸A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
-
File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A 66-year-old woman was hit by an SUV turning left on West 183 Street in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling north on West 183 Street made a left turn and struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Bicyclist Partially Ejected, Head Injured Bronx▸A 33-year-old man on a bike was thrown and hit his head on Brandt Place. He bled, semiconscious, in the Bronx street. No other vehicles listed. No driver errors reported.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a head injury on Brandt Place near University Avenue in the Bronx. The rider was semiconscious and bleeding. The crash involved only the bike, which was traveling south and struck its right front quarter panel. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, according to the police report.
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A taxi turning left struck a pedestrian crossing Grand Avenue in the Bronx. The man suffered upper leg and hip injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Grand Avenue in the Bronx made a left turn and struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and remained conscious after the collision. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically driver inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way. The impact occurred at the taxi's left front bumper, causing damage to that area. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
13-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 13-year-old boy was struck while crossing West Burnside Avenue with the signal. The impact hit the center front end of a Honda car. He suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West Burnside Avenue and Sedgwick Avenue. He was crossing with the signal when a Honda car struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered moderate injury severity. No details about the driver’s license status or vehicle damage were provided.
2Moped Hits Ambulance Turning on Jerome Avenue▸A moped carrying two men struck an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. Both moped riders suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The ambulance and moped collided front to front. Both drivers were licensed and conscious.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male moped driver and his 19-year-old male passenger were injured when their moped collided head-on with an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The moped was traveling north, and the ambulance was traveling east, turning left at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The moped driver and passenger suffered contusions and bruises to their knees, lower legs, and feet. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No helmet or safety equipment was used by the moped riders, but no contributing factor was assigned to that.
SUV Parked Hit by Passing Pickup Truck▸A pickup truck struck a parked SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The pickup truck driver passed too closely, causing the collision. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling north on Davidson Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old female occupant, was injured with contusions and lower leg trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The pickup truck's right front bumper struck the SUV's left front quarter panel. The SUV was stationary before impact, while the pickup truck was going straight ahead. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and injured the SUV driver without any indication of victim fault.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured▸A sedan backing north on Undercliff Avenue struck its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to the vehicle’s right rear bumper. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 2019 Dodge sedan was backing north on Undercliff Avenue when it caused injury to its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old female occupant sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The vehicle’s right rear bumper was damaged on impact. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as a contributing factor. The driver, a licensed male from North Carolina, was operating the vehicle during the backing maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious throughout.
74-Year-Old Driver Injured in SUV Collision▸A 74-year-old woman driving a 2022 Jeep SUV suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Popham Avenue. The collision involved a parked 2012 Acura SUV and a motorcycle. The driver was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Popham Avenue involving a 2022 Jeep SUV she was driving, a parked 2012 Acura SUV, and a motorcycle. The woman sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The Acura SUV was parked and struck on its right front bumper. The Jeep SUV was traveling southwest and impacted with its center front end. The motorcycle was also parked. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
E-Scooter Passenger Injured in Jerome Avenue Crash▸A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
-
File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A 33-year-old man on a bike was thrown and hit his head on Brandt Place. He bled, semiconscious, in the Bronx street. No other vehicles listed. No driver errors reported.
According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a head injury on Brandt Place near University Avenue in the Bronx. The rider was semiconscious and bleeding. The crash involved only the bike, which was traveling south and struck its right front quarter panel. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, according to the police report.
Taxi Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A taxi turning left struck a pedestrian crossing Grand Avenue in the Bronx. The man suffered upper leg and hip injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Grand Avenue in the Bronx made a left turn and struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and remained conscious after the collision. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically driver inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way. The impact occurred at the taxi's left front bumper, causing damage to that area. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
13-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 13-year-old boy was struck while crossing West Burnside Avenue with the signal. The impact hit the center front end of a Honda car. He suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West Burnside Avenue and Sedgwick Avenue. He was crossing with the signal when a Honda car struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered moderate injury severity. No details about the driver’s license status or vehicle damage were provided.
2Moped Hits Ambulance Turning on Jerome Avenue▸A moped carrying two men struck an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. Both moped riders suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The ambulance and moped collided front to front. Both drivers were licensed and conscious.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male moped driver and his 19-year-old male passenger were injured when their moped collided head-on with an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The moped was traveling north, and the ambulance was traveling east, turning left at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The moped driver and passenger suffered contusions and bruises to their knees, lower legs, and feet. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No helmet or safety equipment was used by the moped riders, but no contributing factor was assigned to that.
SUV Parked Hit by Passing Pickup Truck▸A pickup truck struck a parked SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The pickup truck driver passed too closely, causing the collision. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling north on Davidson Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old female occupant, was injured with contusions and lower leg trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The pickup truck's right front bumper struck the SUV's left front quarter panel. The SUV was stationary before impact, while the pickup truck was going straight ahead. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and injured the SUV driver without any indication of victim fault.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured▸A sedan backing north on Undercliff Avenue struck its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to the vehicle’s right rear bumper. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 2019 Dodge sedan was backing north on Undercliff Avenue when it caused injury to its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old female occupant sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The vehicle’s right rear bumper was damaged on impact. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as a contributing factor. The driver, a licensed male from North Carolina, was operating the vehicle during the backing maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious throughout.
74-Year-Old Driver Injured in SUV Collision▸A 74-year-old woman driving a 2022 Jeep SUV suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Popham Avenue. The collision involved a parked 2012 Acura SUV and a motorcycle. The driver was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Popham Avenue involving a 2022 Jeep SUV she was driving, a parked 2012 Acura SUV, and a motorcycle. The woman sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The Acura SUV was parked and struck on its right front bumper. The Jeep SUV was traveling southwest and impacted with its center front end. The motorcycle was also parked. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
E-Scooter Passenger Injured in Jerome Avenue Crash▸A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A taxi turning left struck a pedestrian crossing Grand Avenue in the Bronx. The man suffered upper leg and hip injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Grand Avenue in the Bronx made a left turn and struck a 40-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and remained conscious after the collision. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically driver inattention and failure to yield the right-of-way. The impact occurred at the taxi's left front bumper, causing damage to that area. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
13-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal▸A 13-year-old boy was struck while crossing West Burnside Avenue with the signal. The impact hit the center front end of a Honda car. He suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West Burnside Avenue and Sedgwick Avenue. He was crossing with the signal when a Honda car struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered moderate injury severity. No details about the driver’s license status or vehicle damage were provided.
2Moped Hits Ambulance Turning on Jerome Avenue▸A moped carrying two men struck an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. Both moped riders suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The ambulance and moped collided front to front. Both drivers were licensed and conscious.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male moped driver and his 19-year-old male passenger were injured when their moped collided head-on with an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The moped was traveling north, and the ambulance was traveling east, turning left at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The moped driver and passenger suffered contusions and bruises to their knees, lower legs, and feet. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No helmet or safety equipment was used by the moped riders, but no contributing factor was assigned to that.
SUV Parked Hit by Passing Pickup Truck▸A pickup truck struck a parked SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The pickup truck driver passed too closely, causing the collision. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling north on Davidson Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old female occupant, was injured with contusions and lower leg trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The pickup truck's right front bumper struck the SUV's left front quarter panel. The SUV was stationary before impact, while the pickup truck was going straight ahead. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and injured the SUV driver without any indication of victim fault.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured▸A sedan backing north on Undercliff Avenue struck its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to the vehicle’s right rear bumper. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 2019 Dodge sedan was backing north on Undercliff Avenue when it caused injury to its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old female occupant sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The vehicle’s right rear bumper was damaged on impact. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as a contributing factor. The driver, a licensed male from North Carolina, was operating the vehicle during the backing maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious throughout.
74-Year-Old Driver Injured in SUV Collision▸A 74-year-old woman driving a 2022 Jeep SUV suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Popham Avenue. The collision involved a parked 2012 Acura SUV and a motorcycle. The driver was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Popham Avenue involving a 2022 Jeep SUV she was driving, a parked 2012 Acura SUV, and a motorcycle. The woman sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The Acura SUV was parked and struck on its right front bumper. The Jeep SUV was traveling southwest and impacted with its center front end. The motorcycle was also parked. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
E-Scooter Passenger Injured in Jerome Avenue Crash▸A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A 13-year-old boy was struck while crossing West Burnside Avenue with the signal. The impact hit the center front end of a Honda car. He suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver’s errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West Burnside Avenue and Sedgwick Avenue. He was crossing with the signal when a Honda car struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered moderate injury severity. No details about the driver’s license status or vehicle damage were provided.
2Moped Hits Ambulance Turning on Jerome Avenue▸A moped carrying two men struck an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. Both moped riders suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The ambulance and moped collided front to front. Both drivers were licensed and conscious.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male moped driver and his 19-year-old male passenger were injured when their moped collided head-on with an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The moped was traveling north, and the ambulance was traveling east, turning left at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The moped driver and passenger suffered contusions and bruises to their knees, lower legs, and feet. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No helmet or safety equipment was used by the moped riders, but no contributing factor was assigned to that.
SUV Parked Hit by Passing Pickup Truck▸A pickup truck struck a parked SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The pickup truck driver passed too closely, causing the collision. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling north on Davidson Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old female occupant, was injured with contusions and lower leg trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The pickup truck's right front bumper struck the SUV's left front quarter panel. The SUV was stationary before impact, while the pickup truck was going straight ahead. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and injured the SUV driver without any indication of victim fault.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured▸A sedan backing north on Undercliff Avenue struck its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to the vehicle’s right rear bumper. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 2019 Dodge sedan was backing north on Undercliff Avenue when it caused injury to its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old female occupant sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The vehicle’s right rear bumper was damaged on impact. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as a contributing factor. The driver, a licensed male from North Carolina, was operating the vehicle during the backing maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious throughout.
74-Year-Old Driver Injured in SUV Collision▸A 74-year-old woman driving a 2022 Jeep SUV suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Popham Avenue. The collision involved a parked 2012 Acura SUV and a motorcycle. The driver was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Popham Avenue involving a 2022 Jeep SUV she was driving, a parked 2012 Acura SUV, and a motorcycle. The woman sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The Acura SUV was parked and struck on its right front bumper. The Jeep SUV was traveling southwest and impacted with its center front end. The motorcycle was also parked. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
E-Scooter Passenger Injured in Jerome Avenue Crash▸A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A moped carrying two men struck an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. Both moped riders suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The ambulance and moped collided front to front. Both drivers were licensed and conscious.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male moped driver and his 19-year-old male passenger were injured when their moped collided head-on with an ambulance making a left turn on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The moped was traveling north, and the ambulance was traveling east, turning left at the time of impact. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The moped driver and passenger suffered contusions and bruises to their knees, lower legs, and feet. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No helmet or safety equipment was used by the moped riders, but no contributing factor was assigned to that.
SUV Parked Hit by Passing Pickup Truck▸A pickup truck struck a parked SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The pickup truck driver passed too closely, causing the collision. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling north on Davidson Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old female occupant, was injured with contusions and lower leg trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The pickup truck's right front bumper struck the SUV's left front quarter panel. The SUV was stationary before impact, while the pickup truck was going straight ahead. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and injured the SUV driver without any indication of victim fault.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured▸A sedan backing north on Undercliff Avenue struck its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to the vehicle’s right rear bumper. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 2019 Dodge sedan was backing north on Undercliff Avenue when it caused injury to its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old female occupant sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The vehicle’s right rear bumper was damaged on impact. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as a contributing factor. The driver, a licensed male from North Carolina, was operating the vehicle during the backing maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious throughout.
74-Year-Old Driver Injured in SUV Collision▸A 74-year-old woman driving a 2022 Jeep SUV suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Popham Avenue. The collision involved a parked 2012 Acura SUV and a motorcycle. The driver was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Popham Avenue involving a 2022 Jeep SUV she was driving, a parked 2012 Acura SUV, and a motorcycle. The woman sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The Acura SUV was parked and struck on its right front bumper. The Jeep SUV was traveling southwest and impacted with its center front end. The motorcycle was also parked. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
E-Scooter Passenger Injured in Jerome Avenue Crash▸A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A pickup truck struck a parked SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The pickup truck driver passed too closely, causing the collision. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling north on Davidson Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The SUV driver, a 73-year-old female occupant, was injured with contusions and lower leg trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as the contributing factor to the crash. The pickup truck's right front bumper struck the SUV's left front quarter panel. The SUV was stationary before impact, while the pickup truck was going straight ahead. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles and injured the SUV driver without any indication of victim fault.
Sedan Backs Unsafely, Passenger Injured▸A sedan backing north on Undercliff Avenue struck its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to the vehicle’s right rear bumper. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 2019 Dodge sedan was backing north on Undercliff Avenue when it caused injury to its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old female occupant sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The vehicle’s right rear bumper was damaged on impact. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as a contributing factor. The driver, a licensed male from North Carolina, was operating the vehicle during the backing maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious throughout.
74-Year-Old Driver Injured in SUV Collision▸A 74-year-old woman driving a 2022 Jeep SUV suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Popham Avenue. The collision involved a parked 2012 Acura SUV and a motorcycle. The driver was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Popham Avenue involving a 2022 Jeep SUV she was driving, a parked 2012 Acura SUV, and a motorcycle. The woman sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The Acura SUV was parked and struck on its right front bumper. The Jeep SUV was traveling southwest and impacted with its center front end. The motorcycle was also parked. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
E-Scooter Passenger Injured in Jerome Avenue Crash▸A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A sedan backing north on Undercliff Avenue struck its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to the vehicle’s right rear bumper. The driver’s unsafe backing led to the injury.
According to the police report, a 2019 Dodge sedan was backing north on Undercliff Avenue when it caused injury to its right rear passenger. The 31-year-old female occupant sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The vehicle’s right rear bumper was damaged on impact. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as a contributing factor. The driver, a licensed male from North Carolina, was operating the vehicle during the backing maneuver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious throughout.
74-Year-Old Driver Injured in SUV Collision▸A 74-year-old woman driving a 2022 Jeep SUV suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Popham Avenue. The collision involved a parked 2012 Acura SUV and a motorcycle. The driver was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Popham Avenue involving a 2022 Jeep SUV she was driving, a parked 2012 Acura SUV, and a motorcycle. The woman sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The Acura SUV was parked and struck on its right front bumper. The Jeep SUV was traveling southwest and impacted with its center front end. The motorcycle was also parked. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
E-Scooter Passenger Injured in Jerome Avenue Crash▸A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A 74-year-old woman driving a 2022 Jeep SUV suffered severe leg injuries in a crash on Popham Avenue. The collision involved a parked 2012 Acura SUV and a motorcycle. The driver was conscious and not ejected from her vehicle.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old female driver was injured in a collision on Popham Avenue involving a 2022 Jeep SUV she was driving, a parked 2012 Acura SUV, and a motorcycle. The woman sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The Acura SUV was parked and struck on its right front bumper. The Jeep SUV was traveling southwest and impacted with its center front end. The motorcycle was also parked. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not identify any specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
E-Scooter Passenger Injured in Jerome Avenue Crash▸A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A 5-year-old boy riding as a passenger on an e-scooter was injured in a collision on Jerome Avenue. The scooter and another vehicle struck front to front. The child suffered abrasions and leg injuries but was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Jerome Avenue involving an e-scooter traveling south and another vehicle traveling north. The impact was at the center front ends of both vehicles. A 5-year-old male passenger on the e-scooter sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash involved two vehicles going straight ahead when they collided, causing injury to the vulnerable passenger.
SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jerome Avenue▸An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
An SUV struck a parked sedan on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Police cited vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at impact.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on Jerome Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, sustained upper arm and shoulder abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists vehicle vandalism and aggressive driving or road rage as contributing factors. The sedan was parked at the time of the crash. The driver of the SUV was licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights aggressive driving and vehicle vandalism as key causes.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A 51-year-old man crossing Featherbed Lane with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact fractured and dislocated his shoulder and upper arm. The driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Featherbed Lane at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2007 SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 7979Tapia co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
-
File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
- File A 7979, Open States, Published 2023-08-18
SUV Swerves on Major Deegan, Driver Killed▸A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A lone SUV veered south on Major Deegan. The driver slammed the dash. No seatbelt. Chest crushed. He died before dawn. The road stayed silent. Metal and flesh, broken by a sudden move.
A 28-year-old man died after crashing his 2002 Honda SUV on the Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the SUV swerved south at 2:14 a.m. in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver, alone in the car, was not wearing a seatbelt. He struck the dashboard and suffered fatal chest injuries. The police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. No other people were involved. The report notes the absence of safety equipment only after citing the driver’s reaction as the primary cause.
SUV Driver Injured Making Left Turn▸A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A 34-year-old woman driving an SUV on the Cross Bronx Expressway suffered chest injuries and whiplash. The crash happened during a left turn. The driver was conscious and restrained. Distraction and inexperience contributed to the collision.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old female driver was making a left turn on the Cross Bronx Expressway when her SUV collided, impacting the left front bumper. The driver was injured, sustaining chest trauma and whiplash, but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as well as driver inexperience as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling westbound at the time of the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's left front bumper.
Sanchez Opposes Fordham Road Bus Lane Safety Boosting Plan▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
- Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-03
Tapia Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
- Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-03
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A sedan made an improper left turn on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. It struck a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver traveling straight. She was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, a 2015 sedan was making a left turn on Grand Avenue when it collided with a 22-year-old female e-scooter driver going straight. The e-scooter rider was ejected and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was its right rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was struck at its center front end. The sedan driver was licensed and male; the e-scooter driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors were specified.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on University Avenue▸A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A 33-year-old woman driving a sedan was injured when an SUV struck her vehicle from behind on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue in the Bronx involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan's 33-year-old female driver suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock but not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Near Parked Vehicle▸A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A 4-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle in the Bronx. The child suffered facial bruises and shock. The SUV showed no damage. The crash occurred on Davidson Avenue at 6:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound SUV on Davidson Avenue in the Bronx. The child was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the collision occurred. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the face and was in shock. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the vehicle.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Southbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.
A sedan turning left hit a southbound bicyclist on West 176 Street in the Bronx. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries. The driver was distracted. The cyclist was semiconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2019 Kia sedan making a left turn on West 176 Street in the Bronx collided with a southbound bicyclist. The 18-year-old female cyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained head injuries, resulting in semiconsciousness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bicycle. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The report also notes some confusion or error on the part of the bicyclist but emphasizes driver distraction as the primary cause. No visible complaints were recorded from the cyclist at the scene.