Two young men die on the Bronx River Parkway. The night goes quiet, then sirens.

Feb 28 - Council urges Albany to pass SAFE Streets Act. Lower speed limits. Rights for crash victims. Safe passing for cyclists. Complete streets. City demands action as deaths rise. Streets remain deadly. Lawmakers must act.

Resolution 0090-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced February 28, 2024, it calls on the state to pass S.2422 ('Sammy’s Law') and A.1901, part of the SAFE Streets Act. The matter title: 'Resolution calling on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the Governor to sign, S.2422... allowing New York city to establish a lower speed limit, and A.1901, enacting a crash victims bill of rights.' Council Member Shahana K. Hanif leads, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Nurse, and others. The resolution demands lower speed limits, crash victim rights, safe passing for cyclists, and complete street design. It cites rising traffic deaths and the failure of current measures. The Council wants Albany to give the city real power to protect people on its streets.

• File Res 0090-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 28 - Council passed a law forcing taxis and for-hire cars to post bold warnings on doors. The signs tell passengers: look for cyclists before you open up. A small step. The city hands out the decals. No cost to drivers.

Int 0193-2024 became law on May 31, 2025, after action by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' was sponsored by Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by over twenty council members, including Gutiérrez, Hudson, and Rivera. The law mandates clear warning decals on all rear passenger doors of taxis and for-hire vehicles. The Taxi and Limousine Commission will provide the signs at no cost. The measure aims to cut down on 'dooring'—a threat to cyclists citywide. The mayor returned the bill unsigned, but it became law.

• File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-28

Feb 16 - A 73-year-old woman driving an SUV in the Bronx suffered injuries after a crash caused by her inattention. The impact struck the vehicle’s left front bumper. She was wearing a lap belt and harness, but her emotional state was incoherent at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 AM near 10 Richman Plaza in the Bronx. The sole occupant, a 73-year-old female driver of a 2011 SUV, was injured when her vehicle’s left front bumper sustained damage. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver’s failure to maintain focus led to the collision. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. Her emotional status was recorded as incoherent, and the injury severity was classified as level 3. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. This incident highlights the dangers of driver distraction even without external road user involvement.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703657 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 8 - Council moves to force brighter sidewalks. Bill orders 500 corridors lit each year. Shadows shrink. Pedestrians gain ground. Committee holds the bill. Streets wait.

Int 0079-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced on February 8, 2024. The bill demands the city install pedestrian lighting in at least 500 commercial corridors per year, aiming for a minimum of 1 footcandle (11 lux) on every sidewalk. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installation of pedestrian lighting fixtures.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers leads as primary sponsor, joined by Restler, Krishnan, Bottcher, and others. The committee has not yet voted. The bill’s text sets clear targets for coverage and contiguity, but action is stalled. Vulnerable road users remain in the dark until the city acts.

• File Int 0079-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-02-08

Jan 29 - A bus struck a sedan from behind on University Avenue. Ten people hurt. Head, neck, limb, and face injuries. One lost consciousness. Metal and glass. No escape.

According to the police report, a southbound bus on University Avenue struck the rear of a northbound sedan. The crash injured ten people: the sedan's 26-year-old female driver and nine passengers aged 19 to 68. Injuries included bruises and contusions to the head, neck, knee, leg, foot, face, and shoulder. One occupant lost consciousness, which the report lists as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are noted. All occupants were conscious after the crash, and none were ejected. The report states the bus was stopped in traffic before impact, and the collision was caused by the bus hitting the sedan from behind.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704203 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 17 - A 7-year-old girl was struck and injured while crossing West Tremont Avenue with the signal in the Bronx. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle. Driver errors were not detailed in the report.

According to the police report, a 7-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West Tremont Avenue and Davidson Avenue in the Bronx at 4:40 p.m. The child was crossing with the pedestrian signal when she was struck by an unspecified vehicle. She sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious after the collision. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the driver or vehicle, nor does it indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The vehicle involved had no occupants and no additional details were provided about the driver or vehicle condition.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4696075 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 16 - A sedan traveling south on Sedgwick Avenue struck a parked sedan from behind. The driver of the moving vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and slippery pavement as key factors in the collision.

According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m. on Sedgwick Avenue, a sedan traveling south collided with a parked sedan. The moving vehicle's right front bumper struck the left rear bumper of the parked car. The driver of the moving sedan, a 25-year-old male, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, along with slippery pavement conditions. Both vehicles were occupied by a single male driver, each licensed in different states. The collision resulted from the moving driver's failure to maintain attention, leading to impact with the stationary vehicle. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the police data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4696069 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 5 - A 34-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a collision on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The crash involved an SUV and a box truck merging westbound. Unsafe lane changing by the truck driver caused the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred around 8:00 PM on the Cross Bronx Expressway involving a 2021 SUV and a 2024 box truck, both traveling west. The box truck was merging when it struck the SUV's left front bumper with its right rear bumper. The SUV driver, a 34-year-old male wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the contributing factor, indicating the box truck driver failed to execute a safe merge. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692912 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 28 - A box truck struck a station wagon on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The 58-year-old female driver of the SUV suffered neck injuries. She was conscious but in pain from whiplash.

A collision occurred on the Cross Bronx Expressway involving a box truck and a station wagon. The driver of the SUV, a 58-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the truck driver was following too closely, contributing to the crash. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt at the time of the incident. No other contributing factors were specified in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692141 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 18 - Three cars crashed on Major Deegan. A 65-year-old woman riding up front took chest injuries and whiplash. Police blame driver distraction. Metal twisted. She stayed conscious, belted in.

According to the police report, three vehicles—a Carry All truck and two sedans—collided on the Major Deegan Expressway. A 65-year-old front passenger suffered chest trauma and whiplash. She was not ejected and remained conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. The truck was hit on its left front quarter panel, one sedan on its center front end, and the other sedan on its right front bumper. No other contributing factors or passenger errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688557 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 16 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after a 2006 Jeep SUV made a left turn and struck him on the left side doors. The crash occurred on Fame Hall Terrace in the Bronx at 10:28 p.m.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2006 Jeep SUV made a left turn and collided with him on Fame Hall Terrace in the Bronx. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The impact occurred on the left side doors of the bike and the left front bumper of the SUV. The bicyclist was traveling eastbound, while the SUV was making a left turn westbound.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689072 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 16 - A 58-year-old woman was struck near 1800 University Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The SUV involved was parked and hit on its left rear bumper. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old female pedestrian was injured near 1800 University Avenue in the Bronx. She sustained a contusion to her hip and upper leg and remained conscious. The crash involved a parked 2008 Mercedes SUV that was struck on its left rear bumper. Another vehicle, a 2015 Ford sedan traveling north, was also involved. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and no helmet or signaling factors were noted. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face even outside intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688518 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 13 - Councilmember Carmen De La Rosa backed a bill to let food carts move two feet from the curb. Vendors, store owners, and officials clashed over safety and space. The hearing exposed deep rifts. The city’s vending laws remain a battleground.

On December 13, 2023, the City Council held a hearing on street vending legislation. Councilmember Carmen De La Rosa, representing District 10, advanced a bill to allow food carts within two feet of the curb, instead of forcing them to abut traffic. The hearing, covered by Gothamist, saw rare agreement on banning vending in bike lanes and bridges, but fierce debate over location rules. The matter summary reads: 'NY street vendors and store owners, sometimes rivals, find some common ground.' De La Rosa’s bill aims to reduce danger for vendors forced close to traffic. Erin Piscopink of the NYC BID Association warned of unclear obstruction definitions and overcrowding. Councilmember Pierina Sanchez, another leader, called for real permit reform. The bills, part of a sweeping package, could come to a vote this year.

• NY street vendors and store owners, sometimes rivals, find some common ground, gothamist.com, Published 2023-12-13

Dec 3 - A moving SUV struck a parked SUV on University Avenue in the Bronx. The impact hit the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle. A 32-year-old female passenger suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 2023 SUV traveling south on University Avenue rear-ended a parked 2015 SUV. The collision impacted the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle. A 32-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of the parked SUV was injured, sustaining a contusion and bruising to her shoulder and upper arm. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both vehicles were SUVs, and the crash occurred near West 180 Street in the Bronx.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684347 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 1 - A BMW SUV struck a backing Toyota sedan on Popham Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV driver, a 55-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed as causes. Multiple vehicles damaged in the collision.

According to the police report, a 2021 BMW SUV traveling south on Popham Avenue collided with a 2023 Toyota sedan that was backing east. The SUV driver, a 55-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the right rear bumper of the sedan. Additional parked vehicles sustained damage to their rear quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683961 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 22 - Two SUVs slammed together on West Burnside Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite distraction and improper lane use. No pedestrians or cyclists were hurt.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided on West Burnside Avenue in the Bronx. One SUV was making a U-turn when it struck another SUV traveling straight. The eastbound driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered neck pain and whiplash but stayed conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. Police list driver inattention and improper passing or lane usage as contributing factors. The impact hit the left front of the U-turning SUV and the right side doors of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682553 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 21 - A northbound car struck a woman crossing University Avenue with the signal. The impact shattered her knee, leg, and foot. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The street became a site of pain.

According to the police report, a woman crossing University Avenue with the signal was hit by a northbound vehicle. The car struck her at the right front bumper. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No details about the vehicle or safety equipment were provided. This crash underscores the danger posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4681226 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 21 - A sedan struck a 22-year-old bicyclist on Grand Avenue. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises over his entire body. The driver changed lanes unsafely. The bike showed no damage. The rider wore no safety gear.

According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Grand Avenue. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and bruises over his entire body. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the contributing factor by the sedan driver. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The sedan's right front bumper made contact with the cyclist, but neither vehicle showed damage. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4681114 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 11 - A 22-year-old male motorscooter driver was ejected and suffered a head injury after colliding with a left-turning sedan on University Avenue. The scooter struck the sedan’s left front bumper. Failure to yield right-of-way was cited as a factor.

According to the police report, a motorscooter traveling south on University Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northwest. The 22-year-old male motorscooter driver was ejected and sustained a head injury, including a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The motorscooter struck the sedan’s left front bumper, causing center front end damage to the scooter. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. The driver of the motorscooter was not wearing any safety equipment. No other injuries or violations were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678721 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 10 - A BMW slammed into a Toyota’s rear on the Major Deegan. Metal tore. A 36-year-old man in the Toyota bled from the head. He stayed conscious. The harness held. His skin split where steel did not. Blood on the expressway. Sirens followed.

A crash on the Major Deegan Expressway left a 36-year-old man injured. According to the police report, a BMW struck the rear of a Toyota. The impact crumpled metal and split skin. The Toyota’s driver, belted in, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The BMW’s front hit the Toyota’s back. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead. The man’s harness held him in place, but the force cut deep. No other injuries were reported. The report does not specify further driver errors or contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678001 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19