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▸ Killed 4
▸ Severe Lacerations 2
▸ Concussion 5
▸ Whiplash 28
▸ Contusion/Bruise 28
▸ Abrasion 25
▸ Pain/Nausea 12
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.
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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.
Caught Speeding Recently in Belmont
- 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 256 times • 6 in last 90d here
- 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 215 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Ford Pickup (KZH9470) – 145 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2018 Nissan Spor (V39VBY) – 133 times • 4 in last 90d here
- 2016 Hyundai Hatc (R60VFX) – 117 times • 5 in last 90d here
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.
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Fordham Road bleeds. The data doesn’t look away.
Belmont: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 15, 2025
Just before 1 PM on Sep 1, at E 187 St and Lorillard Pl, a driver in a pickup and a man on a bike collided. He was injured. NYC Open Data.
This Week
- Aug 6 at E Fordham Rd and 3 Ave: a driver in a taxi and a man on a bike crashed; the cyclist was injured. NYC Open Data
- Jul 16 at E Fordham Rd and Webster Ave: a driver passed at speed and hit a man on a bike; he was injured. NYC Open Data
- Jun 29 at E Fordham Rd and 3 Ave: a driver in a street sweeper hit a man walking in the crosswalk; he was injured. NYC Open Data
Fordham Road keeps taking
Since Jan 1, 2022, Belmont has logged 1,081 crashes, 610 people injured, and 4 killed. NYC Open Data.
People walking and biking keep getting hit here. Police records show driver inattention and failure to yield among the factors. In this area, officers recorded 26 injuries with inattention and 11 with failure to yield. NYC Open Data.
The worst pain clusters on E Fordham Rd. It is the top hotspot, with deaths and more than a hundred injuries. NYC Open Data.
The clock doesn’t stop
Risk rises when the streets fill. Late afternoon into evening, injuries stack up, including around 5 PM. The pattern holds across the dataset. NYC Open Data.
People on foot are hurt most often by drivers in SUVs and sedans here. Police count 49 pedestrian injury cases with SUVs and 44 with sedans. NYC Open Data.
“Several people were hurt in an accident involving an MTA bus that jumped a barrier in the Bronx,” a TV report said. The wreck was outside Belmont, but the borough’s story is the same: big machines, soft bodies. ABC7.
Fix the corners. Slow the cars.
The map points to simple work: daylight the crosswalks, give walkers a head start, harden turns on E Fordham Rd at 3 Ave and Webster Ave, and focus enforcement on rush hours. These are standard tools. The crashes are not.
Policy can close the gap. Albany is moving on speed limiters for repeat speeders. State Sen. Gustavo Rivera co‑sponsors S 4045 and voted yes in committee; Assembly Member George Alvarez co‑sponsors the matching A 2299. These bills would require intelligent speed assistance after a pattern of violations. Open States: S 4045. Open States: A 2299.
City Hall also has the lever to lower speeds citywide. Our neighbors need it on streets like Fordham Rd. You can press them to act here.
One man on a bike at E 187 St. One minute of contact. The count goes on until someone turns the knob down.
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-15
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 2299, Open States / NY Assembly, Published 2025-01-16
- 4 injured after MTA bus jumps concrete barrier in Morris Heights, ABC7, Published 2025-09-02
- Police Chase Ends In Bronx Fatality, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-14
Other Representatives
Assembly Member George Alvarez
District 78
Council Member Oswald Feliz
District 15
State Senator Gustavo Rivera
District 33
▸ Other Geographies
Belmont Belmont sits in Bronx, Precinct 48, District 15, AD 78, SD 33, Bronx CB6.
Traffic Safety Timeline for Belmont
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SUV Slams Pickup Making U-Turn Bronx▸Oct 25 - Jeep SUV struck Dodge pickup making improper U-turn on Southern Boulevard. Pickup driver, woman, 45, suffered back contusions. Impact crushed truck’s rear, SUV’s front. Both vehicles moved south. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2011 Jeep SUV traveling south on Southern Boulevard hit a 2019 Dodge pickup truck as it made an improper U-turn. The impact struck the pickup’s left rear quarter panel and the SUV’s right front bumper. The pickup driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and remained conscious. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed women. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Two Sedans Collide on East Fordham Road▸Oct 24 - Two sedans crashed at East Fordham Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. The collision involved left front and left rear impacts. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at East Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver of one vehicle, a 54-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The crash involved impact between the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other. The report lists driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on East Fordham▸Oct 13 - A 20-year-old male moped driver was ejected and suffered a severe head injury on East Fordham Road. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash. The rider was unconscious with fractures and dislocations.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male moped driver was injured after being ejected from his vehicle on East Fordham Road. The driver was riding a 2023 JiaJue motorscooter traveling east when he attempted an unsafe lane change. The crash impacted the right front quarter panel of the vehicle, causing the driver to be thrown from the moped. The report lists driver inexperience, unsafe lane changing, and an unlicensed status as contributing factors. The rider was unconscious with head injuries, including fractures and dislocations. No safety equipment was used. The crash highlights the dangers of unlicensed, inexperienced drivers performing risky maneuvers on city streets.
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Pedestrian Injured by Distracted SUV on Crotona▸Sep 22 - A 57-year-old man was struck by a station wagon SUV on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact on its left side.
According to the police report, a 57-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2020 Chrysler SUV traveling southeast on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was parked before the crash and struck the pedestrian on the vehicle's left side doors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no visible damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Hits Sedan Turning Left Bronx▸Sep 19 - A 27-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Driver distraction contributed to the crash in the Bronx at night.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male e-bike driver was partially ejected and injured when his bike struck the right side of a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was traveling west and the e-bike south. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed, but no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the front center of the e-bike.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Sep 8 - A 54-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn on Park Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. Confusion by the pedestrian contributed.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2019 Jeep SUV traveling southbound on Park Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's confusion was identified as a factor, but no blame is placed on her. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally.
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SUV Strikes 61-Year-Old Bronx Pedestrian▸Aug 11 - A 61-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Belmont Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling south. No driver errors were specified.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2016 SUV traveling south on Belmont Avenue struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection without a signal or crosswalk and suffered a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing driver factors or errors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when no driver violations are recorded.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making Right Turn▸Aug 11 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning right on East Fordham Road. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured in the abdomen and pelvis. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn southbound on East Fordham Road when it was struck on the right side doors by a motorcycle traveling eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver and an unspecified factor for the occupant. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the motorcycle was damaged at its center front end. The motorcycle driver was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Improper Passing Injures Driver on Webster Avenue▸Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
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Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
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Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
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Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
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Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
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OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
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Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
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SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Oct 25 - Jeep SUV struck Dodge pickup making improper U-turn on Southern Boulevard. Pickup driver, woman, 45, suffered back contusions. Impact crushed truck’s rear, SUV’s front. Both vehicles moved south. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2011 Jeep SUV traveling south on Southern Boulevard hit a 2019 Dodge pickup truck as it made an improper U-turn. The impact struck the pickup’s left rear quarter panel and the SUV’s right front bumper. The pickup driver, a 45-year-old woman, was injured with back contusions and remained conscious. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed women. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Two Sedans Collide on East Fordham Road▸Oct 24 - Two sedans crashed at East Fordham Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. The collision involved left front and left rear impacts. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at East Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver of one vehicle, a 54-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The crash involved impact between the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other. The report lists driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on East Fordham▸Oct 13 - A 20-year-old male moped driver was ejected and suffered a severe head injury on East Fordham Road. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash. The rider was unconscious with fractures and dislocations.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male moped driver was injured after being ejected from his vehicle on East Fordham Road. The driver was riding a 2023 JiaJue motorscooter traveling east when he attempted an unsafe lane change. The crash impacted the right front quarter panel of the vehicle, causing the driver to be thrown from the moped. The report lists driver inexperience, unsafe lane changing, and an unlicensed status as contributing factors. The rider was unconscious with head injuries, including fractures and dislocations. No safety equipment was used. The crash highlights the dangers of unlicensed, inexperienced drivers performing risky maneuvers on city streets.
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Pedestrian Injured by Distracted SUV on Crotona▸Sep 22 - A 57-year-old man was struck by a station wagon SUV on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact on its left side.
According to the police report, a 57-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2020 Chrysler SUV traveling southeast on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was parked before the crash and struck the pedestrian on the vehicle's left side doors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no visible damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Hits Sedan Turning Left Bronx▸Sep 19 - A 27-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Driver distraction contributed to the crash in the Bronx at night.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male e-bike driver was partially ejected and injured when his bike struck the right side of a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was traveling west and the e-bike south. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed, but no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the front center of the e-bike.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Sep 8 - A 54-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn on Park Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. Confusion by the pedestrian contributed.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2019 Jeep SUV traveling southbound on Park Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's confusion was identified as a factor, but no blame is placed on her. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally.
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SUV Strikes 61-Year-Old Bronx Pedestrian▸Aug 11 - A 61-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Belmont Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling south. No driver errors were specified.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2016 SUV traveling south on Belmont Avenue struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection without a signal or crosswalk and suffered a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing driver factors or errors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when no driver violations are recorded.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making Right Turn▸Aug 11 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning right on East Fordham Road. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured in the abdomen and pelvis. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn southbound on East Fordham Road when it was struck on the right side doors by a motorcycle traveling eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver and an unspecified factor for the occupant. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the motorcycle was damaged at its center front end. The motorcycle driver was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Improper Passing Injures Driver on Webster Avenue▸Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
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Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
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Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
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Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
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Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
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OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
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SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Oct 24 - Two sedans crashed at East Fordham Road in the Bronx. One driver suffered shoulder and upper arm abrasions. The collision involved left front and left rear impacts. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at East Fordham Road in the Bronx. The driver of one vehicle, a 54-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his shoulder and upper arm but remained conscious. The crash involved impact between the left front bumper of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other. The report lists driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were noted.
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Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected on East Fordham▸Oct 13 - A 20-year-old male moped driver was ejected and suffered a severe head injury on East Fordham Road. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash. The rider was unconscious with fractures and dislocations.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male moped driver was injured after being ejected from his vehicle on East Fordham Road. The driver was riding a 2023 JiaJue motorscooter traveling east when he attempted an unsafe lane change. The crash impacted the right front quarter panel of the vehicle, causing the driver to be thrown from the moped. The report lists driver inexperience, unsafe lane changing, and an unlicensed status as contributing factors. The rider was unconscious with head injuries, including fractures and dislocations. No safety equipment was used. The crash highlights the dangers of unlicensed, inexperienced drivers performing risky maneuvers on city streets.
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Pedestrian Injured by Distracted SUV on Crotona▸Sep 22 - A 57-year-old man was struck by a station wagon SUV on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact on its left side.
According to the police report, a 57-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2020 Chrysler SUV traveling southeast on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was parked before the crash and struck the pedestrian on the vehicle's left side doors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no visible damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Hits Sedan Turning Left Bronx▸Sep 19 - A 27-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Driver distraction contributed to the crash in the Bronx at night.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male e-bike driver was partially ejected and injured when his bike struck the right side of a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was traveling west and the e-bike south. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed, but no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the front center of the e-bike.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Sep 8 - A 54-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn on Park Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. Confusion by the pedestrian contributed.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2019 Jeep SUV traveling southbound on Park Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's confusion was identified as a factor, but no blame is placed on her. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally.
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SUV Strikes 61-Year-Old Bronx Pedestrian▸Aug 11 - A 61-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Belmont Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling south. No driver errors were specified.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2016 SUV traveling south on Belmont Avenue struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection without a signal or crosswalk and suffered a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing driver factors or errors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when no driver violations are recorded.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making Right Turn▸Aug 11 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning right on East Fordham Road. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured in the abdomen and pelvis. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn southbound on East Fordham Road when it was struck on the right side doors by a motorcycle traveling eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver and an unspecified factor for the occupant. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the motorcycle was damaged at its center front end. The motorcycle driver was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Improper Passing Injures Driver on Webster Avenue▸Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
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Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
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Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
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Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
3
Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
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OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
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SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Oct 13 - A 20-year-old male moped driver was ejected and suffered a severe head injury on East Fordham Road. The driver was unlicensed and inexperienced. Unsafe lane changing caused the crash. The rider was unconscious with fractures and dislocations.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male moped driver was injured after being ejected from his vehicle on East Fordham Road. The driver was riding a 2023 JiaJue motorscooter traveling east when he attempted an unsafe lane change. The crash impacted the right front quarter panel of the vehicle, causing the driver to be thrown from the moped. The report lists driver inexperience, unsafe lane changing, and an unlicensed status as contributing factors. The rider was unconscious with head injuries, including fractures and dislocations. No safety equipment was used. The crash highlights the dangers of unlicensed, inexperienced drivers performing risky maneuvers on city streets.
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Pedestrian Injured by Distracted SUV on Crotona▸Sep 22 - A 57-year-old man was struck by a station wagon SUV on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact on its left side.
According to the police report, a 57-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2020 Chrysler SUV traveling southeast on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was parked before the crash and struck the pedestrian on the vehicle's left side doors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no visible damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Hits Sedan Turning Left Bronx▸Sep 19 - A 27-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Driver distraction contributed to the crash in the Bronx at night.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male e-bike driver was partially ejected and injured when his bike struck the right side of a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was traveling west and the e-bike south. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed, but no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the front center of the e-bike.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Sep 8 - A 54-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn on Park Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. Confusion by the pedestrian contributed.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2019 Jeep SUV traveling southbound on Park Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's confusion was identified as a factor, but no blame is placed on her. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally.
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SUV Strikes 61-Year-Old Bronx Pedestrian▸Aug 11 - A 61-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Belmont Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling south. No driver errors were specified.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2016 SUV traveling south on Belmont Avenue struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection without a signal or crosswalk and suffered a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing driver factors or errors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when no driver violations are recorded.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making Right Turn▸Aug 11 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning right on East Fordham Road. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured in the abdomen and pelvis. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn southbound on East Fordham Road when it was struck on the right side doors by a motorcycle traveling eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver and an unspecified factor for the occupant. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the motorcycle was damaged at its center front end. The motorcycle driver was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
9
Improper Passing Injures Driver on Webster Avenue▸Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
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Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
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Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
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Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
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Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
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OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
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Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
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SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Sep 22 - A 57-year-old man was struck by a station wagon SUV on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact on its left side.
According to the police report, a 57-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2020 Chrysler SUV traveling southeast on Crotona Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was parked before the crash and struck the pedestrian on the vehicle's left side doors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no visible damage. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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E-Bike Hits Sedan Turning Left Bronx▸Sep 19 - A 27-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Driver distraction contributed to the crash in the Bronx at night.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male e-bike driver was partially ejected and injured when his bike struck the right side of a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was traveling west and the e-bike south. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed, but no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the front center of the e-bike.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Sep 8 - A 54-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn on Park Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. Confusion by the pedestrian contributed.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2019 Jeep SUV traveling southbound on Park Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's confusion was identified as a factor, but no blame is placed on her. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally.
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SUV Strikes 61-Year-Old Bronx Pedestrian▸Aug 11 - A 61-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Belmont Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling south. No driver errors were specified.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2016 SUV traveling south on Belmont Avenue struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection without a signal or crosswalk and suffered a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing driver factors or errors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when no driver violations are recorded.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making Right Turn▸Aug 11 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning right on East Fordham Road. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured in the abdomen and pelvis. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn southbound on East Fordham Road when it was struck on the right side doors by a motorcycle traveling eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver and an unspecified factor for the occupant. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the motorcycle was damaged at its center front end. The motorcycle driver was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Improper Passing Injures Driver on Webster Avenue▸Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
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Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
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Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
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Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
3
Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
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OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
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SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Sep 19 - A 27-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard. The rider suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Driver distraction contributed to the crash in the Bronx at night.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male e-bike driver was partially ejected and injured when his bike struck the right side of a sedan making a left turn on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. The e-bike rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan was traveling west and the e-bike south. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for the crash. The e-bike driver was unlicensed, but no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The collision caused damage to the right side doors of the sedan and the front center of the e-bike.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Intersection▸Sep 8 - A 54-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn on Park Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. Confusion by the pedestrian contributed.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2019 Jeep SUV traveling southbound on Park Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's confusion was identified as a factor, but no blame is placed on her. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally.
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SUV Strikes 61-Year-Old Bronx Pedestrian▸Aug 11 - A 61-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Belmont Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling south. No driver errors were specified.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2016 SUV traveling south on Belmont Avenue struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection without a signal or crosswalk and suffered a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing driver factors or errors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when no driver violations are recorded.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making Right Turn▸Aug 11 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning right on East Fordham Road. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured in the abdomen and pelvis. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn southbound on East Fordham Road when it was struck on the right side doors by a motorcycle traveling eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver and an unspecified factor for the occupant. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the motorcycle was damaged at its center front end. The motorcycle driver was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
9
Improper Passing Injures Driver on Webster Avenue▸Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
7
Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
5
Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
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Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
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Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
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OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
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SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Sep 8 - A 54-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV making a left turn on Park Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. Confusion by the pedestrian contributed.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2019 Jeep SUV traveling southbound on Park Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock at the scene. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian's confusion was identified as a factor, but no blame is placed on her. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally.
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SUV Strikes 61-Year-Old Bronx Pedestrian▸Aug 11 - A 61-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Belmont Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling south. No driver errors were specified.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2016 SUV traveling south on Belmont Avenue struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection without a signal or crosswalk and suffered a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing driver factors or errors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when no driver violations are recorded.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making Right Turn▸Aug 11 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning right on East Fordham Road. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured in the abdomen and pelvis. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn southbound on East Fordham Road when it was struck on the right side doors by a motorcycle traveling eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver and an unspecified factor for the occupant. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the motorcycle was damaged at its center front end. The motorcycle driver was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
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Improper Passing Injures Driver on Webster Avenue▸Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
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Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
5
Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
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Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
3
Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
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OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
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Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Aug 11 - A 61-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Belmont Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling south. No driver errors were specified.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2016 SUV traveling south on Belmont Avenue struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection without a signal or crosswalk and suffered a head contusion. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing driver factors or errors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when no driver violations are recorded.
11
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making Right Turn▸Aug 11 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning right on East Fordham Road. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured in the abdomen and pelvis. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn southbound on East Fordham Road when it was struck on the right side doors by a motorcycle traveling eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver and an unspecified factor for the occupant. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the motorcycle was damaged at its center front end. The motorcycle driver was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
9
Improper Passing Injures Driver on Webster Avenue▸Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
7
Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
5
Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
3
Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
3
Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
-
OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
30
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
-
MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Aug 11 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan turning right on East Fordham Road. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured in the abdomen and pelvis. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn southbound on East Fordham Road when it was struck on the right side doors by a motorcycle traveling eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 34-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for the motorcycle driver and an unspecified factor for the occupant. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors, while the motorcycle was damaged at its center front end. The motorcycle driver was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
9
Improper Passing Injures Driver on Webster Avenue▸Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
7
Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
5
Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
3
Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
3
Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
-
OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
30
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
27
SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
26
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
20
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
-
MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Aug 9 - Two sedans smashed on Webster Avenue. A 69-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion. Police cite improper passing and close lane use. Both cars took front-end damage. The injured driver stayed conscious.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue near East Fordham Road in the Bronx. A 69-year-old female driver, making a U-turn, was struck and suffered a head injury and concussion. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. Police list "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Passing Too Closely" as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. No ejections were reported.
7
Flatbed Truck Crushes Elderly Pedestrian on Fordham Road▸Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
5
Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
3
Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
3
Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
-
OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
30
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
27
SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
26
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
20
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
-
MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Aug 7 - A flatbed truck struck a 69-year-old man on East Fordham Road. The left front bumper hit him. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under steel. The truck kept west. The city kept moving.
A 69-year-old man was killed when a flatbed truck traveling west on East Fordham Road struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'A flatbed truck going west crushed a 69-year-old man with its left front bumper. He was not in a crosswalk. His body broke in the street. He died there, alone, under the weight of steel.' The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were documented in the data. The man was not in a crosswalk at the time of the crash, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The truck was going straight ahead when the impact occurred.
5
Motorcycle Slams Into Car on East 187 Street▸Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
3
Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
3
Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
-
OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
30
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
27
SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
26
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
20
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Aug 5 - A motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle on East 187 Street in the Bronx. The rider, 35, suffered whole-body abrasions. Police cite following too closely and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle east on East 187 Street in the Bronx struck the rear of another vehicle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries across his body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No safety equipment was reported for the rider. The motorcycle's center back end and the other vehicle's center front end were damaged in the crash.
3
Alvarez Opposes Misguided Fordham Road Bus Lane Upgrades▸Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
-
Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
3
Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
-
OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
30
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
27
SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
26
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
20
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
-
MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Aug 3 - Rep. Adriano Espaillat worked behind closed doors to stall Fordham Road bus lane improvements. Bronx lawmakers, once supportive, fell silent or opposed. The project, meant to speed up buses for 85,000 riders, now faces more delays. Vulnerable riders remain stuck in slow, dangerous traffic.
On August 3, 2023, Rep. Adriano Espaillat quietly lobbied Bronx officials against proposed Fordham Road bus lane upgrades. The project, under city review since 2022, aimed to speed up buses for 85,000 daily riders by installing dedicated busways or offset lanes. According to Streetsblog, Espaillat leaned on younger electeds to align with Council Member Oswald Feliz, a vocal critic. 'He defers to the local elected officials, and all of them seem to be in agreement,' said Espaillat’s chief of staff, Aneiry Batista. Lawmakers who once supported the upgrades grew silent or opposed them after Espaillat’s intervention. The Department of Transportation, MTA, and governor’s office met with Espaillat to discuss the project, but delays persisted. The opposition from Feliz and business groups led DOT to scrap the most ambitious safety options. Riders, many without cars, remain exposed to slow, hazardous conditions as cars block bus lanes and traffic crawls.
- Rep. Adriano Espaillat Rallying Bronx Pols Against Fordham Road Bus Lane Fixes: Sources, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-03
3
Joel Rivera Supports Safety Boosting Real Time Bike Alerts▸Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
-
OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
30
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
27
SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
26
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
20
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
-
MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Aug 3 - Council passed Intro. 289. The bill forces DOT to map every bike lane and show disruptions. Cyclists will see closures, detours, and hazards in real time. No more guessing. No more dead ends. Riders get the same alerts drivers do. Streets get safer.
On August 3, 2023, the New York City Council passed Intro. 289, a bill requiring the Department of Transportation to create a searchable map of every city bike lane. The map must show disruptions, detours, hazards, and closures in real time. The bill summary states: 'Cyclists deserve the same attention and information already given to the city's drivers and transit riders in the form of notifications, updates, and well-marked detours.' Council Member Carlina Rivera sponsored the bill and led its passage. Rivera and Bike New York’s Jon Orcutt wrote, 'Disruption of any city bikeway requires public information, working detours and operational attention—not just an unheralded shut-down.' The law aims to end the chaos and danger of sudden bike lane closures, giving half a million daily riders the information they need to stay safe and keep moving.
- OPINION: A Cycling ‘Current Conditions’ Report Will Keep Biking New Yorkers Safe and Informed, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-03
31
Bronx Sedan Crash Injures Four Occupants▸Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
30
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
27
SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
26
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
20
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
-
MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Jul 31 - Two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. Four occupants suffered whiplash and back injuries. Both vehicles were stopped in traffic before impact. Defective brakes contributed to the crash. All injured remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Webster Avenue in the Bronx around 12:15 a.m. Four occupants—two drivers and two front passengers—were injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The crash occurred while both vehicles were stopped in traffic. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The impact points included the left rear bumper and center back end of the vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report does not indicate any victim fault or helmet use.
30
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter, Two Injured▸Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
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SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Jul 30 - A sedan struck an e-scooter from behind on Southern Boulevard in the Bronx. Both men on the scooter suffered head and eye injuries. The crash was caused by driver inattention and following too closely. Both drivers were conscious and injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Southern Boulevard rear-ended an e-scooter also heading north. The e-scooter carried two men, a 27-year-old driver and a 27-year-old passenger. Both sustained injuries: the driver suffered head trauma, and the passenger suffered an eye injury. Neither was ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan's center back end struck the e-scooter's center front end. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the crash. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter occupants. The collision caused internal injuries but no fatalities.
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SUV Hits Motorscooter Changing Lanes Bronx▸Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
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Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
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SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Jul 27 - A Jeep SUV struck a motorscooter in the Bronx at Washington Avenue. The scooter driver, unlicensed, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The SUV driver was distracted. Impact was on the SUV’s right front bumper and scooter’s left rear quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south struck a motorscooter also heading south on Washington Avenue in the Bronx. The motorscooter driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. The scooter driver, a 20-year-old male, suffered an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver was licensed but distracted, listed as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front bumper and the scooter’s left rear quarter panel. The scooter driver was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits Sedan Turning Right Bronx▸Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
20
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Jul 26 - A motorcycle struck the right side of a sedan making a right turn on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved failure to yield and improper lane usage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a right turn on Webster Avenue when a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old male driver, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had two occupants and was registered in Florida; the motorcycle was registered in New York. The impact point was the sedan's right side doors and the motorcycle's center front end.
20
Unlicensed Driver Strikes Cyclist on Hughes Avenue▸Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Jul 20 - A sedan turning right hit a southbound cyclist on Hughes Avenue. The rider, 52, was thrown and injured in the leg and foot. Police cite failure to yield and other driver errors. The cyclist stayed conscious.
According to the police report, a 2017 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed man made a right turn on Hughes Avenue and struck a 52-year-old bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist was partially ejected and suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' 'Other Vehicular,' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan was damaged on its right rear quarter panel; the bike was hit at its center front end. The cyclist remained conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.
20
SUV Collides with Dump Truck on Webster Avenue▸Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
20
Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Jul 20 - A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash in a crash on Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The SUV struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel while both traveled south. Unsafe lane changing caused the collision.
According to the police report, a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south on Webster Avenue collided with a 2019 Mack dump truck merging in the same direction. The SUV’s left front quarter panel struck the dump truck’s right rear quarter panel. The 27-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The dump truck showed no damage. A parked BMW SUV nearby sustained damage to its left side doors but was not involved in the crash dynamics.
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Feliz Opposes Safety‑Reducing Fordham Road Busway Plan▸Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
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MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-20
Jul 20 - MTA leaders press Mayor Adams to revive Fordham Road bus lane plans. Council Member Feliz stands opposed. Business groups resist. Eighty-five thousand daily riders face slow, crowded buses. City’s promise for safer, faster transit stalls. DOT offers compromise. Vulnerable commuters wait.
On July 20, 2023, the MTA called on Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) to support renewed bus lane expansion on Fordham Road. The city had canceled a planned busway after pushback from business owners and Council Member Oswald Feliz, who remains a vocal critic. MTA New York City Transit President Richard Davey said, "Our hope is that we DOT stays with us and we're implementing this, hopefully, later this year." MTA CEO Janno Lieber stressed, "We can't deemphasize and under-prioritize the lives of people of the Bronx and also Upper Manhattan who are trying to get east and west across this incredibly busy corridor." DOT spokesperson Vin Barone described a new proposal with dedicated curbside loading and minimal traffic diversions. The city’s earlier pledge for 20 new miles of bus lanes per year has not been met. Eighty-five thousand daily bus riders, many vulnerable, remain at risk on slow, crowded streets. No formal safety analysis was provided.
- MTA’s ‘Hope’ for Eric Adams: ‘Stay With Us’ On Fordham Road, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-20