Jul 8 - A vehicle backing unsafely struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian on Webster Avenue. She was outside the roadway, suffering abrasions and injuries to her entire body. The driver’s error caused the crash late at night. The pedestrian remained conscious.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a vehicle backed unsafely on Webster Avenue. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the collision but was still struck by the vehicle’s center back end. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her entire body, with an injury severity rating of 3. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian remained conscious after the impact. The vehicle had no occupants at the time and no additional details on vehicle type or driver were provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644518 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 8 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Jun 5 - Families for Safe Streets rallied outside Speaker Heastie’s office. They demanded action on Sammy’s Law. The bill would let New York City set its own speed limits. Lawmakers dodged a vote. Grief and anger filled the air. The Assembly stayed silent.

On June 5, 2023, supporters of Sammy’s Law gathered outside Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie’s Bronx office. The bill, which would grant New York City local control over its speed limits, remains stalled in the Assembly. The rally, led by Families for Safe Streets, called out lawmakers for refusing to bring the measure to a vote. Fabiola Mendieta-Cuapio, a leading advocate, criticized the lack of transparency: 'We are demanding that the Speaker bring this to a vote.' Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz voiced strong support, but others, like Chantel Jackson, hesitated, citing constituent feedback. The bill’s matter summary states it would not mandate lower limits but allow the city to decide. The legislative process left families of crash victims frustrated and angry. The Assembly’s inaction keeps city streets dangerous for pedestrians and cyclists.

• Supporters of Sammy’s Law Rally Heastie and Share Frustrations About Assembly’s Inaction on Speed Limit Reduction, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-05

Jun 1 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

May 31 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

May 30 - Bronx business groups and local institutions want Mayor Adams to stop bus lane improvements on Fordham Road. They claim the changes will hurt traffic and business. Data shows most shoppers arrive by transit, walking, or biking—not by car. The city weighs next steps.

On May 30, 2023, Bronx business leaders and institutions sent a letter opposing the Department of Transportation’s plan to expand bus lanes on Fordham Road. The matter, titled 'Bronx Business Leaders and Local Institutions Want to Halt Bus Fixes on Fordham Rd,' highlights their demand for Mayor Adams to halt improvements meant for 85,000 daily bus riders. The Belmont and Fordham Business Improvement Districts, along with the Bronx Zoo, New York Botanical Garden, Fordham University, Monroe College, and St. Barnabas Hospital, argue the changes would 'significantly impact crucial traffic flow' and burden side streets. State Sen. Gustavo Rivera voiced support for transit equity but awaits a traffic study. DOT claims to work with the community. Despite business concerns, advocates and city data show most shoppers use transit, walking, or biking, not cars. Similar fears about bus improvements hurting business have not come true elsewhere.

• Bronx Business Leaders and Local Institutions Want to Halt Bus Fixes on Fordham Rd, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-30

May 26 - SUV slammed into sedan backing up on Bainbridge Avenue. Woman at the wheel of the sedan bruised her back. Metal twisted, glass cracked. Unsafe backing listed as cause. No ejection. Both drivers licensed.

According to the police report, a southbound SUV hit a sedan that was backing east on Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s 31-year-old female driver suffered a back contusion. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as a contributing factor. The SUV’s right front quarter panel and the sedan’s left rear bumper were damaged. Both drivers held valid licenses. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. No one was ejected. The crash left one person injured and both vehicles scarred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632259 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 26 - A 15-year-old boy was struck by an SUV on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit him on the left front bumper. He suffered bruises and abdominal-pelvic injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Jerome Avenue at an intersection in the Bronx. The vehicle involved was a 2017 Nissan SUV traveling northbound. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The report lists driver errors including Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The pedestrian sustained contusions and abdominal-pelvic injuries but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632229 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 16 - A 12-year-old girl suffered a hip and upper leg contusion after a collision with an SUV on East Gun Hill Road in the Bronx. The pedestrian was not in the roadway. The driver was traveling east, going straight ahead. The girl remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 12-year-old female pedestrian was injured on East Gun Hill Road near Tryon Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when the collision occurred with a Honda SUV traveling eastbound. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a contusion bruise to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was noted as 'Other,' with no damage at the point of impact. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630202 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 16 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

Apr 17 - A sedan driver made a left turn on Mosholu Parkway. Unsafe speed caused a collision. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm injuries. Air bag deployed. The crash left the driver in shock with minor bleeding.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male driver was injured in a crash on Mosholu Parkway while making a left turn. The vehicle, a 2020 Acura sedan, collided front-center due to unsafe speed. The driver was not ejected but suffered injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding reported. The air bag deployed during the collision. The report lists unsafe speed as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured. The driver was licensed in New York. The crash caused significant front-end damage to the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4621415 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 26 - A motorcycle and moped crashed head-on on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered head injuries and minor burns. Unsafe speed and driver inexperience contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a motorcycle and a moped collided at the center front ends on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcycle driver, a 32-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and minor burns. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both vehicles and notes driver inexperience for the motorcycle operator. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash occurred at 9:35 p.m. The motorcycle was initially parked, while the moped was traveling straight ahead. Both vehicles suffered damage to their center front ends.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4615766 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

Mar 21 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

Feb 15 - A 65-year-old man was hit by an SUV on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the vehicle struck him head-on. He suffered a head contusion and remained conscious after the impact.

According to the police report, a 65-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Mosholu Parkway near Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a 2021 Honda SUV traveling west struck him with the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were listed in the report. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal was noted, but no contributing factors were assigned to the driver. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4611028 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13

Feb 8 - A taxi crashed into a parked forklift on Webster Avenue. The driver had no license. A 64-year-old passenger in the right rear seat died. The street was quiet. Driver inattention and an oversized vehicle led to tragedy.

A fatal collision took place on Webster Avenue near Parkside Place in the Bronx. According to the police report, an unlicensed taxi driver struck a parked forklift. The crash killed a 64-year-old man riding in the right rear seat of the taxi. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The forklift was parked and too large for the street. The taxi’s right front bumper hit the forklift’s left rear bumper. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash left one dead and others injured, highlighting the dangers of inattentive driving and oversized vehicles on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4604527 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 24 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24