About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 3
▸ Severe Lacerations 5
▸ Concussion 7
▸ Whiplash 30
▸ Contusion/Bruise 68
▸ Abrasion 49
▸ Pain/Nausea 6
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseMount Hope Bleeds: City Stalls, Bodies Fall
Mount Hope: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll in Mount Hope
No one died in Mount Hope this year. But the blood still runs. In the last twelve months, 224 people were hurt in crashes here. Three were left with serious injuries. Children, elders, men and women—no one is spared. Crashes come day and night. A 71-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and left unconscious at Jerome and Burnside. A man’s leg crushed, a head split open, a life changed in seconds. The numbers pile up. The pain does not end.
The Machines That Hurt Us
Cars and SUVs do most of the damage. In three years, they caused 32 pedestrian injuries, including four serious ones. Motorcycles and mopeds hit 13, leaving one with a serious injury. Bikes hurt two. Trucks, buses, and even an ambulance added to the count. No one walks these streets without risk.
What Has Been Done—And What Has Not
The city talks of Vision Zero. They say the streets are safer. They point to new laws, like Sammy’s Law, that let the city lower speed limits. But in Mount Hope, the danger remains. The city has the power to set a 20 mph limit. They have not used it. Speed cameras work, but their future is always in doubt. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program lapsed. Promises are made. Action is slow. The bodies keep coming.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. These are not accidents. Every injury is a choice made by leaders who delay, who wait, who do not act. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets that do not bleed.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Citations
Other Representatives
District 86
2175C Jerome Ave., Bronx, NY 10453
Room 551, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 15
573 East Fordham Road (Entrance on Hoffman Street), Bronx, NY 10458
718-842-8100
250 Broadway, Suite 1759, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6966
District 32
975 Kelly St. Suite 203, Bronx, NY 10459
Room 412, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Mount Hope Mount Hope sits in Bronx, Precinct 46, District 15, AD 86, SD 32, Bronx CB5.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Mount Hope
2
Pedestrian Killed In RFK Bridge Hit-Run▸Jun 2 - A man stood on the RFK Bridge. A car hit him. The driver fled. Police found the man, lifeless, on the Manhattan-bound roadway. No arrests. The bridge stayed open. The city kept moving. The investigation drags on.
ABC7 reported on June 2, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on the RFK Bridge near 125th Street. Police said the man, identity unknown, was struck by a vehicle 'as it was exiting the RFK Bridge.' The driver did not stop. Officers responded just before 1 p.m. and found the victim on the Manhattan-bound roadway. He was pronounced dead at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the persistent danger for pedestrians on major city crossings and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes.
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Pedestrian Killed In RFK Bridge Hit-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-02
28Int 1288-2025
Feliz co-sponsors discounted senior bike share bill, boosting street safety.▸May 28 - Council bill pushes for discounted bike share rates for New Yorkers 65 and up. The move aims to open city streets to older riders. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. No safety review yet.
Int 1288-2025 was introduced on May 28, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for seniors, defined as those 65 or older. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors.' Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, and Gutiérrez. The bill was re-referred to committee on June 4, 2025. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 1288-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
28Int 1288-2025
Feliz co-sponsors senior bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸May 28 - Council pushes a bill to cut bike share costs for New Yorkers over 65. The measure aims to open city cycling to more seniors. The committee now weighs its next move.
Bill Int 1288-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors,' would require the Department of Transportation to mandate lower bike share rates for those 65 and older. Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, Gutiérrez, and Restler. The bill was re-referred to committee June 4. The move aims to make cycling more accessible for older New Yorkers.
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File Int 1288-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
25
Bus Fails to Yield, Moped Rider Ejected on Grand Concourse▸May 25 - A bus struck a moped on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The moped rider was ejected and injured. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The crash left a man bruised and shaken, his helmet the last line of defense.
A crash on Grand Concourse at East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx involved a bus and a moped. According to the police report, the bus was changing lanes when it collided with the moped, ejecting the 32-year-old male rider. He suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The bus driver, age 65, was not ejected and reported no injuries. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles fail to yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
21
SUV Rear-Ended on Ittner Place, Passenger Hurt▸May 21 - A sedan slammed into the back of an SUV on Ittner Place in the Bronx. The crash left a passenger with back injuries and another driver in pain. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Streets remain unforgiving for those inside cars.
A collision occurred on Ittner Place near Webster Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. The impact injured a 30-year-old female passenger, who suffered back trauma, and a 51-year-old male driver, who reported shoulder pain. The sedan's driver was unlicensed. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the crash happened. The report does not mention any actions by the injured passenger that contributed to the crash. Helmet use and turn signals are not cited as factors. The data points to driver error and systemic risk on city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed on Jerome Avenue. Passengers suffered head and back injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass, pain and shock. The Bronx street stays dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted and inexperienced. A 59-year-old woman and a 61-year-old man, both passengers, were injured—one with head trauma, the other with back pain. The crash left others shaken. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use. The toll falls on those inside, while driver errors shape the outcome.
18
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - A sedan hit a man on Jerome Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver passed too close. The man’s leg was torn open. The Bronx night stayed loud and cold.
A 40-year-old man walking on Jerome Avenue was struck by a sedan. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver was going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The man was not at an intersection when hit. The report lists driver error as passing too closely. No other contributing factors were cited.
13
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian at Grand Concourse▸May 13 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The impact crushed the pedestrian’s leg. Sirens cut the night on Grand Concourse. Danger at the crosswalk. Another wound in the Bronx.
A 50-year-old man crossing Grand Concourse with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn at East Burnside Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with internal complaints. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor.
10
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run▸May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-05-10
8
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
Jun 2 - A man stood on the RFK Bridge. A car hit him. The driver fled. Police found the man, lifeless, on the Manhattan-bound roadway. No arrests. The bridge stayed open. The city kept moving. The investigation drags on.
ABC7 reported on June 2, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on the RFK Bridge near 125th Street. Police said the man, identity unknown, was struck by a vehicle 'as it was exiting the RFK Bridge.' The driver did not stop. Officers responded just before 1 p.m. and found the victim on the Manhattan-bound roadway. He was pronounced dead at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem. No arrests have been made. The incident highlights the persistent danger for pedestrians on major city crossings and the ongoing problem of drivers fleeing crash scenes.
- Pedestrian Killed In RFK Bridge Hit-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-06-02
28Int 1288-2025
Feliz co-sponsors discounted senior bike share bill, boosting street safety.▸May 28 - Council bill pushes for discounted bike share rates for New Yorkers 65 and up. The move aims to open city streets to older riders. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. No safety review yet.
Int 1288-2025 was introduced on May 28, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for seniors, defined as those 65 or older. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors.' Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, and Gutiérrez. The bill was re-referred to committee on June 4, 2025. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
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File Int 1288-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
28Int 1288-2025
Feliz co-sponsors senior bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸May 28 - Council pushes a bill to cut bike share costs for New Yorkers over 65. The measure aims to open city cycling to more seniors. The committee now weighs its next move.
Bill Int 1288-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors,' would require the Department of Transportation to mandate lower bike share rates for those 65 and older. Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, Gutiérrez, and Restler. The bill was re-referred to committee June 4. The move aims to make cycling more accessible for older New Yorkers.
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File Int 1288-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
25
Bus Fails to Yield, Moped Rider Ejected on Grand Concourse▸May 25 - A bus struck a moped on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The moped rider was ejected and injured. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The crash left a man bruised and shaken, his helmet the last line of defense.
A crash on Grand Concourse at East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx involved a bus and a moped. According to the police report, the bus was changing lanes when it collided with the moped, ejecting the 32-year-old male rider. He suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The bus driver, age 65, was not ejected and reported no injuries. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles fail to yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
21
SUV Rear-Ended on Ittner Place, Passenger Hurt▸May 21 - A sedan slammed into the back of an SUV on Ittner Place in the Bronx. The crash left a passenger with back injuries and another driver in pain. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Streets remain unforgiving for those inside cars.
A collision occurred on Ittner Place near Webster Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. The impact injured a 30-year-old female passenger, who suffered back trauma, and a 51-year-old male driver, who reported shoulder pain. The sedan's driver was unlicensed. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the crash happened. The report does not mention any actions by the injured passenger that contributed to the crash. Helmet use and turn signals are not cited as factors. The data points to driver error and systemic risk on city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed on Jerome Avenue. Passengers suffered head and back injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass, pain and shock. The Bronx street stays dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted and inexperienced. A 59-year-old woman and a 61-year-old man, both passengers, were injured—one with head trauma, the other with back pain. The crash left others shaken. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use. The toll falls on those inside, while driver errors shape the outcome.
18
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - A sedan hit a man on Jerome Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver passed too close. The man’s leg was torn open. The Bronx night stayed loud and cold.
A 40-year-old man walking on Jerome Avenue was struck by a sedan. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver was going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The man was not at an intersection when hit. The report lists driver error as passing too closely. No other contributing factors were cited.
13
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian at Grand Concourse▸May 13 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The impact crushed the pedestrian’s leg. Sirens cut the night on Grand Concourse. Danger at the crosswalk. Another wound in the Bronx.
A 50-year-old man crossing Grand Concourse with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn at East Burnside Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with internal complaints. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor.
10
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run▸May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
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Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-05-10
8
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
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Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 28 - Council bill pushes for discounted bike share rates for New Yorkers 65 and up. The move aims to open city streets to older riders. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. No safety review yet.
Int 1288-2025 was introduced on May 28, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to set a discounted bike share rate for seniors, defined as those 65 or older. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors.' Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, and Gutiérrez. The bill was re-referred to committee on June 4, 2025. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users.
- File Int 1288-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-28
28Int 1288-2025
Feliz co-sponsors senior bike share discount bill, boosting street safety.▸May 28 - Council pushes a bill to cut bike share costs for New Yorkers over 65. The measure aims to open city cycling to more seniors. The committee now weighs its next move.
Bill Int 1288-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors,' would require the Department of Transportation to mandate lower bike share rates for those 65 and older. Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, Gutiérrez, and Restler. The bill was re-referred to committee June 4. The move aims to make cycling more accessible for older New Yorkers.
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File Int 1288-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-28
25
Bus Fails to Yield, Moped Rider Ejected on Grand Concourse▸May 25 - A bus struck a moped on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The moped rider was ejected and injured. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The crash left a man bruised and shaken, his helmet the last line of defense.
A crash on Grand Concourse at East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx involved a bus and a moped. According to the police report, the bus was changing lanes when it collided with the moped, ejecting the 32-year-old male rider. He suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The bus driver, age 65, was not ejected and reported no injuries. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles fail to yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Ittner Place, Passenger Hurt▸May 21 - A sedan slammed into the back of an SUV on Ittner Place in the Bronx. The crash left a passenger with back injuries and another driver in pain. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Streets remain unforgiving for those inside cars.
A collision occurred on Ittner Place near Webster Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. The impact injured a 30-year-old female passenger, who suffered back trauma, and a 51-year-old male driver, who reported shoulder pain. The sedan's driver was unlicensed. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the crash happened. The report does not mention any actions by the injured passenger that contributed to the crash. Helmet use and turn signals are not cited as factors. The data points to driver error and systemic risk on city streets.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed on Jerome Avenue. Passengers suffered head and back injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass, pain and shock. The Bronx street stays dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted and inexperienced. A 59-year-old woman and a 61-year-old man, both passengers, were injured—one with head trauma, the other with back pain. The crash left others shaken. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use. The toll falls on those inside, while driver errors shape the outcome.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - A sedan hit a man on Jerome Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver passed too close. The man’s leg was torn open. The Bronx night stayed loud and cold.
A 40-year-old man walking on Jerome Avenue was struck by a sedan. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver was going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The man was not at an intersection when hit. The report lists driver error as passing too closely. No other contributing factors were cited.
13
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian at Grand Concourse▸May 13 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The impact crushed the pedestrian’s leg. Sirens cut the night on Grand Concourse. Danger at the crosswalk. Another wound in the Bronx.
A 50-year-old man crossing Grand Concourse with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn at East Burnside Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with internal complaints. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor.
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Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run▸May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
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Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-05-10
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
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Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 28 - Council pushes a bill to cut bike share costs for New Yorkers over 65. The measure aims to open city cycling to more seniors. The committee now weighs its next move.
Bill Int 1288-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced May 28, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a discounted bike share rate for seniors,' would require the Department of Transportation to mandate lower bike share rates for those 65 and older. Council Member Farah N. Louis leads as primary sponsor, joined by Marte, Powers, Lee, Nurse, Hanif, Brewer, Banks, Menin, Feliz, Hanks, Avilés, Gutiérrez, and Restler. The bill was re-referred to committee June 4. The move aims to make cycling more accessible for older New Yorkers.
- File Int 1288-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-28
25
Bus Fails to Yield, Moped Rider Ejected on Grand Concourse▸May 25 - A bus struck a moped on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The moped rider was ejected and injured. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The crash left a man bruised and shaken, his helmet the last line of defense.
A crash on Grand Concourse at East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx involved a bus and a moped. According to the police report, the bus was changing lanes when it collided with the moped, ejecting the 32-year-old male rider. He suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The bus driver, age 65, was not ejected and reported no injuries. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles fail to yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
21
SUV Rear-Ended on Ittner Place, Passenger Hurt▸May 21 - A sedan slammed into the back of an SUV on Ittner Place in the Bronx. The crash left a passenger with back injuries and another driver in pain. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Streets remain unforgiving for those inside cars.
A collision occurred on Ittner Place near Webster Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. The impact injured a 30-year-old female passenger, who suffered back trauma, and a 51-year-old male driver, who reported shoulder pain. The sedan's driver was unlicensed. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the crash happened. The report does not mention any actions by the injured passenger that contributed to the crash. Helmet use and turn signals are not cited as factors. The data points to driver error and systemic risk on city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed on Jerome Avenue. Passengers suffered head and back injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass, pain and shock. The Bronx street stays dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted and inexperienced. A 59-year-old woman and a 61-year-old man, both passengers, were injured—one with head trauma, the other with back pain. The crash left others shaken. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use. The toll falls on those inside, while driver errors shape the outcome.
18
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - A sedan hit a man on Jerome Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver passed too close. The man’s leg was torn open. The Bronx night stayed loud and cold.
A 40-year-old man walking on Jerome Avenue was struck by a sedan. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver was going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The man was not at an intersection when hit. The report lists driver error as passing too closely. No other contributing factors were cited.
13
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian at Grand Concourse▸May 13 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The impact crushed the pedestrian’s leg. Sirens cut the night on Grand Concourse. Danger at the crosswalk. Another wound in the Bronx.
A 50-year-old man crossing Grand Concourse with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn at East Burnside Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with internal complaints. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor.
10
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run▸May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
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Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-05-10
8
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 25 - A bus struck a moped on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The moped rider was ejected and injured. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The crash left a man bruised and shaken, his helmet the last line of defense.
A crash on Grand Concourse at East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx involved a bus and a moped. According to the police report, the bus was changing lanes when it collided with the moped, ejecting the 32-year-old male rider. He suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. The bus driver, age 65, was not ejected and reported no injuries. The crash underscores the danger when large vehicles fail to yield to smaller, more vulnerable road users.
21
SUV Rear-Ended on Ittner Place, Passenger Hurt▸May 21 - A sedan slammed into the back of an SUV on Ittner Place in the Bronx. The crash left a passenger with back injuries and another driver in pain. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Streets remain unforgiving for those inside cars.
A collision occurred on Ittner Place near Webster Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. The impact injured a 30-year-old female passenger, who suffered back trauma, and a 51-year-old male driver, who reported shoulder pain. The sedan's driver was unlicensed. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the crash happened. The report does not mention any actions by the injured passenger that contributed to the crash. Helmet use and turn signals are not cited as factors. The data points to driver error and systemic risk on city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed on Jerome Avenue. Passengers suffered head and back injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass, pain and shock. The Bronx street stays dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted and inexperienced. A 59-year-old woman and a 61-year-old man, both passengers, were injured—one with head trauma, the other with back pain. The crash left others shaken. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use. The toll falls on those inside, while driver errors shape the outcome.
18
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - A sedan hit a man on Jerome Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver passed too close. The man’s leg was torn open. The Bronx night stayed loud and cold.
A 40-year-old man walking on Jerome Avenue was struck by a sedan. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver was going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The man was not at an intersection when hit. The report lists driver error as passing too closely. No other contributing factors were cited.
13
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian at Grand Concourse▸May 13 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The impact crushed the pedestrian’s leg. Sirens cut the night on Grand Concourse. Danger at the crosswalk. Another wound in the Bronx.
A 50-year-old man crossing Grand Concourse with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn at East Burnside Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with internal complaints. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor.
10
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run▸May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
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Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-05-10
8
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 21 - A sedan slammed into the back of an SUV on Ittner Place in the Bronx. The crash left a passenger with back injuries and another driver in pain. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Streets remain unforgiving for those inside cars.
A collision occurred on Ittner Place near Webster Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. The impact injured a 30-year-old female passenger, who suffered back trauma, and a 51-year-old male driver, who reported shoulder pain. The sedan's driver was unlicensed. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the crash happened. The report does not mention any actions by the injured passenger that contributed to the crash. Helmet use and turn signals are not cited as factors. The data points to driver error and systemic risk on city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - Two sedans crashed on Jerome Avenue. Passengers suffered head and back injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass, pain and shock. The Bronx street stays dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted and inexperienced. A 59-year-old woman and a 61-year-old man, both passengers, were injured—one with head trauma, the other with back pain. The crash left others shaken. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use. The toll falls on those inside, while driver errors shape the outcome.
18
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - A sedan hit a man on Jerome Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver passed too close. The man’s leg was torn open. The Bronx night stayed loud and cold.
A 40-year-old man walking on Jerome Avenue was struck by a sedan. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver was going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The man was not at an intersection when hit. The report lists driver error as passing too closely. No other contributing factors were cited.
13
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian at Grand Concourse▸May 13 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The impact crushed the pedestrian’s leg. Sirens cut the night on Grand Concourse. Danger at the crosswalk. Another wound in the Bronx.
A 50-year-old man crossing Grand Concourse with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn at East Burnside Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with internal complaints. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor.
10
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run▸May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
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Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-05-10
8
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
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Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 18 - Two sedans crashed on Jerome Avenue. Passengers suffered head and back injuries. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal and glass, pain and shock. The Bronx street stays dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted and inexperienced. A 59-year-old woman and a 61-year-old man, both passengers, were injured—one with head trauma, the other with back pain. The crash left others shaken. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use. The toll falls on those inside, while driver errors shape the outcome.
18
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Jerome Avenue▸May 18 - A sedan hit a man on Jerome Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver passed too close. The man’s leg was torn open. The Bronx night stayed loud and cold.
A 40-year-old man walking on Jerome Avenue was struck by a sedan. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver was going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The man was not at an intersection when hit. The report lists driver error as passing too closely. No other contributing factors were cited.
13
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian at Grand Concourse▸May 13 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The impact crushed the pedestrian’s leg. Sirens cut the night on Grand Concourse. Danger at the crosswalk. Another wound in the Bronx.
A 50-year-old man crossing Grand Concourse with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn at East Burnside Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with internal complaints. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor.
10
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run▸May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-05-10
8
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 18 - A sedan hit a man on Jerome Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver passed too close. The man’s leg was torn open. The Bronx night stayed loud and cold.
A 40-year-old man walking on Jerome Avenue was struck by a sedan. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The driver was going straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported. The man was not at an intersection when hit. The report lists driver error as passing too closely. No other contributing factors were cited.
13
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian at Grand Concourse▸May 13 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The impact crushed the pedestrian’s leg. Sirens cut the night on Grand Concourse. Danger at the crosswalk. Another wound in the Bronx.
A 50-year-old man crossing Grand Concourse with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn at East Burnside Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with internal complaints. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor.
10
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run▸May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-05-10
8
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 13 - SUV hit a man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The impact crushed the pedestrian’s leg. Sirens cut the night on Grand Concourse. Danger at the crosswalk. Another wound in the Bronx.
A 50-year-old man crossing Grand Concourse with the signal was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn at East Burnside Avenue. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with internal complaints. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor.
10
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run▸May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
-
Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-05-10
8
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 10 - A driver struck a pedestrian in the Bronx. The driver fled. The victim died. Police search for answers. The street holds the mark. Another life lost to speed and steel.
CBS New York reported on May 10, 2025, that a pedestrian was killed in the Bronx by a driver who fled the scene. The article states, 'Police are searching for a driver who allegedly fled after striking and killing a pedestrian in the Bronx early Saturday morning.' The incident highlights the lethal risk faced by people on foot and the ongoing problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene is a clear violation of traffic law. The case underscores the need for stronger enforcement and systemic changes to protect vulnerable road users.
- Pedestrian Killed In Bronx Hit-And-Run, CBS New York, Published 2025-05-10
8
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach▸May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
-
Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 8 - A BMW driver without a license struck and killed Dwight Downer outside his Bronx home. Police charged the driver with manslaughter. Speeding violations followed the crash. Downer’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged. The danger persists.
NY Daily News reported on May 8, 2025, that Sheydon McClean, an unlicensed BMW driver, was charged with manslaughter after a November 30 crash killed Dwight Downer, a retired correction officer and football coach, in Baychester. McClean remained at the scene, but police only charged him after further investigation. The article notes McClean’s BMW received at least three speeding violations from city cameras after the fatal crash. Downer’s mother said, 'These arrests cannot bring back my child. Still, something has to be done.' The case highlights the ongoing risks posed by unlicensed and repeat speeding drivers, and the limits of enforcement in preventing deadly crashes.
- Unlicensed Driver Kills Bronx Coach, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-08
7
Improper Lane Use Injures Four on Grand Concourse▸May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 7 - Motorscooter and sedan collided on Grand Concourse. Four men hurt. Police cite improper lane use and distraction. One driver unlicensed. Broken faces, bruises, whiplash. Streets scar. Lives change.
A motorscooter and a sedan crashed at Grand Concourse and East 175th Street in the Bronx. Four men were injured, including both drivers and two passengers. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed. Injuries included facial fractures, whiplash, and bruises. The sedan driver and passenger wore seat belts; the motorscooter driver did not use safety equipment. Systemic danger and driver error left scars on Grand Concourse.
6S 4804
Rivera votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
6S 4804
Sepúlveda votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
2
SUV and Pickup Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 2 - A crash on Cross Bronx Expressway left a woman passenger hurt. Two cars struck, metal and glass. Children in the back seat, shaken but not marked. Night, chaos, pain in the Bronx.
A station wagon SUV and a pickup truck collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 35-year-old woman riding as a front passenger suffered back pain and shock. Two children and two drivers were also involved but reported no injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was going straight; the pickup was merging. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels. No driver errors were cited in the data.
1
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Jerome Avenue▸May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 1 - A taxi and box truck crashed on Jerome Avenue. The taxi driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles were turning. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A taxi and a box truck collided at Jerome Avenue and East 174th Street in the Bronx. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured, sustaining a neck contusion. According to the police report, both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other injuries were reported. The box truck showed no damage, while the taxi sustained damage to its left front bumper. No driver errors beyond the unspecified factors are noted in the police report.
1Int 0193-2024
Feliz votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
-
Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
-
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Sanchez votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man▸Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
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Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
Apr 29 - An ambulance hit an unconscious man on a Bronx street and drove off. The victim, left bleeding, waited for help. Police and a second EMS crew arrived later. The man survived. The FDNY is investigating the ambulance crew’s actions.
According to NY Daily News (April 29, 2025), an FDNY ambulance driver struck an unconscious man lying in the roadway at E. 149th St. and Brook Ave., then left without rendering aid. The victim had been knocked out moments earlier during a road rage assault. The article states, 'The entire incident is under review,' quoting FDNY spokeswoman Amanda Farinacci. The ambulance crew was responding to another emergency at the time. The driver has been placed on modified duty while the department investigates whether the crew realized they struck the victim. A second EMS crew and police arrived minutes later, transporting the man to Lincoln Hospital. The incident highlights risks faced by vulnerable road users and raises questions about emergency response protocols.
- Ambulance Strikes Unconscious Bronx Man, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-29
28
Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized▸Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
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Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
Apr 28 - Blood pooled on 149th Street. A man, beaten by a group after a roadside argument, lay with head trauma. The attackers fled. Police searched the night. The victim survived, but the scars of violence lingered in Mott Haven.
CBS New York reported on April 28, 2025, that a 37-year-old man was hospitalized after a violent road rage incident in the Bronx. The confrontation began as an argument between occupants of two cars near 149th Street and Brook Avenue. According to police, 'both parties got out of their cars,' and a group then 'started kicking and punching the 37-year-old victim, causing him to sustain significant head trauma.' The attackers fled before officers arrived. The victim was taken to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition. The incident occurred near a police precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers when disputes escalate on city streets. Police are searching for the suspects.
- Bronx Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-28
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
- NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-27