No More Excuses: Fordham Heights Bleeds While Leaders Stall

Nov 12 - A 56-year-old woman crossing with the signal in the Bronx was struck by a sedan backing up. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the victim injured but conscious.

According to the police report, a 56-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing E 183 Street in the Bronx at 22:04. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2012 Kia sedan backing west on Grand Concourse struck her. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed collision during backing. The report explicitly identifies the driver's failure to maintain attention as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian beyond crossing with the signal.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771668 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Nov 9 - Van hit cyclist from behind on Creston Avenue. Cyclist, 38, suffered hip and leg abrasions. Driver followed too close. No vehicle damage. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

According to the police report, a van rear-ended a 38-year-old male bicyclist on Creston Avenue in the Bronx at 11:17 a.m. The cyclist was riding south when the van, also heading south and changing lanes, struck him from behind. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a driver error. The cyclist suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The crash highlights driver inattention and unsafe following distance. The system left the cyclist exposed. No blame is placed on the injured rider.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770840 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Oct 23 - A Ford pick-up slammed its right side on East Fordham Road. Three inside—driver, teen, child—suffered bruises to hip, arm, and head. Metal bent. Flesh bruised. Streets stayed hard.

According to the police report, a 2018 Ford pick-up truck traveled east on East Fordham Road in the Bronx and struck an object or vehicle on its right side. The crash injured three occupants: a 39-year-old female driver, a 17-year-old male front passenger, and an 11-year-old female rear passenger. All suffered contusions and bruises to the elbow, hip, and head. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. No ejections occurred, and all were conscious after impact. The crash underscores the risks tied to driver errors, though the exact cause remains unspecified in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766313 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.

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

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

Sep 26 - Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.

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

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

Sep 25 - A sedan making a right turn in the Bronx struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries, both parties shocked. Police cite driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as cause, no visible pedestrian complaint.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old male driver in a 2018 Dodge sedan was making a right turn on East 184 Street in the Bronx around 9 PM when the collision occurred. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, failed to yield the right-of-way, striking a 36-year-old female pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock. The driver was also injured and in shock. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both the driver and pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the left front bumper. The pedestrian had no visible complaints. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver failure to yield at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759116 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Sep 23 - A moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after colliding with a sedan on Grand Concourse. The crash, marked by driver inattention, left the rider with abrasions and a serious head injury, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:35 AM on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. A 27-year-old male moped driver, traveling east, collided with a southbound sedan. The moped driver was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a head injury classified as severe (injury severity 3), along with abrasions. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan, with no occupants, struck the moped on its left front quarter panel, causing center front end damage to the sedan. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment and held only a permit license. The report focuses on the sedan driver's inattention as the cause, without attributing fault to the moped rider.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758667 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Sep 16 - A 2-year-old boy suffered facial bruises after an SUV backing westward struck him while he crossed outside a crosswalk. The vehicle hit the child with its right rear bumper. The child remained conscious despite the injury.

According to the police report, a 2-year-old male pedestrian was injured in the Bronx at East 188 Street when a 2006 Toyota SUV was backing westward. The vehicle struck the child with its right rear bumper while the child was crossing outside a crosswalk. The child sustained a contusion and bruising to the face but remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the vehicle was backing at the time of impact. There was no vehicle damage reported. The child’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted as an unspecified contributing factor but the primary driver action was backing without apparent awareness of the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle with no reported license issues.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756650 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Sep 8 - A sedan traveling west and an SUV making a left turn collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Both male drivers suffered chest and back injuries with whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:35 PM on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. A 27-year-old male driving a 2019 sedan traveling west collided with a 39-year-old male driving a 2022 SUV making a left turn southwest. Both drivers were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Injuries included chest and back trauma with whiplash, classified as injury severity 3. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. The collision highlights the systemic danger posed by driver distraction in urban traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4754401 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 31 - Two vehicles collided on East 188 Street in a late-night crash. A front-seat passenger suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the impact.

According to the police report, a 2023 Nissan sedan and a 2021 Toyota SUV collided on East 188 Street at 1:20 a.m. Both drivers were distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' listed twice as contributing factors. The sedan was traveling south going straight ahead, and the SUV's pre-crash action was noted as 'Other*.' The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the left front quarter panel of the SUV. A 27-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752772 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 18 - A 53-year-old male driver was partially ejected during a right turn on East Fordham Road. The sedan struck an unspecified object or condition, causing contusions to his elbow and lower arm. Improper lane usage contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 53-year-old male driver was involved in a crash on East Fordham Road near Grand Concourse in the Bronx at 14:27. The driver was partially ejected from his 2021 Dodge sedan while making a right turn, with the point of impact at the right front bumper. The driver sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management. No damage to the vehicle was recorded, and no other occupants were present. The report does not list any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4750888 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 15 - A 36-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a vehicle traveling north on East 187 Street struck her at a marked crosswalk. The collision impacted the vehicle’s front center, causing contusions and bruises to the pedestrian’s leg.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured while crossing East 187 Street at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The vehicle, a Toyota car or SUV, was traveling north and struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old female, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as Failure to Yield or speeding. There is no mention of pedestrian fault or safety equipment contributing to the crash. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing at marked crosswalks.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751174 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.

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

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

Aug 15 - City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.

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

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

Aug 14 - Two sedans collided on North Street in the Bronx, injuring a male driver. Police report cites driver inattention and distraction as key factors. The impact caused contusions and arm injuries, highlighting dangers of distracted driving in urban traffic.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:55 on North Street near Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The collision involved multiple vehicles, including two sedans and a taxi. The injured party was a male driver who sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was noted on the front and side panels, indicating a significant impact. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. This incident underscores the critical role of driver attention in preventing urban crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748283 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 6 - A Toyota SUV moving south on Grand Concourse struck a baby boy at the intersection with East 183rd Street. The infant suffered head trauma and crush injuries. The right front bumper bore the mark. Night fell silent after the impact.

According to the police report, a southbound Toyota SUV struck a baby boy pedestrian at Grand Concourse and East 183rd Street in the Bronx. The crash occurred at 23:20. The infant was crossing the intersection and suffered head trauma and crush wounds. The report states the point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, which bore visible damage. The narrative describes the aftermath: 'The street held the silence that follows a scream.' The police report lists the pedestrian as 'crossing against the signal,' but contributing factors for the driver are marked 'unspecified.' No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' are explicitly cited in the data. The focus remains on the severe injuries suffered by the infant pedestrian and the force of the SUV’s impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746816 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Aug 2 - A sedan moving from a parked position struck a northbound e-bike on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The sedan driver, injured with bruises and contusions, disregarded traffic control and drove at unsafe speed, causing the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:29 on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. A sedan, initially parked and then moving southbound, collided with a northbound e-bike. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male, suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The e-bike sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The sedan's front center end was damaged at the left front bumper. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to obey traffic controls, as the primary causes of this crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751427 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 29 - Mayor Adams killed the Fordham Road bus lane redesign. Buses crawl at five miles per hour. NYPD ticketing does little. Riders stew in traffic. Council Member Sanchez backed the upgrade. Council Member Feliz opposed. Both stay silent. The street remains hostile.

On July 29, 2024, Mayor Adams’ cancellation of the Fordham Road offset bus lane left Bronx riders stranded in slow traffic. The Department of Transportation had proposed moving the bus lane off the curb to block double-parking, but Adams scrapped the plan. The matter: 'Mayor Adams' decision to shelve plans for an upgraded bus lane to Fordham Road last year has had a predictable result: buses on the crosstown Bronx route are still crawling at the same slow speed.' Council Member Pierina Sanchez supported the redesign. Council Member Oswald Feliz opposed it. Both declined comment. NYPD enforcement replaced design, but ticketing is weak and driver behavior unchanged. Riders remain frustrated, waiting for city leaders to act. Vulnerable road users—bus passengers—bear the cost.

• Fordham Rd. Still Hell for Bus Riders After Mayor Adams Scrubbed a Better Road Design, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-07-29

Jul 28 - A 42-year-old male driver suffered a concussion and facial injuries after improperly turning an SUV on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The vehicle struck an object or surface with its right front bumper, causing significant damage and injury to the driver.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:46 on Grand Concourse in the Bronx. The 42-year-old male driver of a 2022 Jeep SUV was making a U-turn when the collision happened. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor twice, indicating driver error. The vehicle's right front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver was injured, suffering a concussion and facial injuries, but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other parties were involved or injured. The report highlights the driver's failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash, with no mention of victim fault or other contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744147 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jul 23 - A female sedan driver and front passenger suffered back contusions after the driver swerved to avoid an object on Grand Concourse. Airbags deployed, and both occupants remained conscious and restrained. The crash caused front-end damage to the vehicle.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver of a 2022 Ford sedan traveling north on Grand Concourse was injured while avoiding an object in the roadway. The driver sustained back contusions and was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, with airbags deployed. The front passenger, a 36-year-old female, also suffered back contusions and remained conscious and restrained with airbags deployed. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage. The report lists the driver's pre-crash action as 'Avoiding Object in Roadway' and notes unspecified contributing factors but does not attribute fault to any other party. Both occupants were not ejected and used safety equipment properly.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751731 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18