Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Kingsbridge Heights-Van Cortlandt Village?
Speed Kills Here. Council Stalls. Blood Runs.
Kingsbridge Heights-Van Cortlandt Village: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Toll in Flesh and Bone
A man dies on the Major Deegan. A cyclist, age sixty-two, is thrown from his bike on Bailey Avenue. A teenager, sixteen, is ejected from a moped on Kingsbridge Terrace. In Kingsbridge Heights-Van Cortlandt Village, the numbers do not bleed, but people do. One killed. Eight seriously hurt. In three and a half years, 381 injured, 613 crashes—each one a life upended, a family changed forever. See the data.
Who Bears the Brunt
The young and the old are not spared. Ten children under 18 hurt in the last year. The deadliest machines are cars and SUVs. No one on a bike or moped killed a pedestrian here. The violence comes from steel and speed, not from those on foot or two wheels.
Leadership: Progress or Delay?
The city has the power to lower speed limits. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. The Council can act. But the limit still stands above what is safe. Speed cameras work, but their future is always in doubt. The city redesigns intersections, but not fast enough. Every delay is another crash.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. These are not accidents. They are choices—by drivers, by lawmakers, by those who set the rules and draw the lines. Call your Council Member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand more cameras, more safe crossings, more urgency.
Do not wait for another name to become a number. Take action now.
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3107 Kingsbridge Ave., Bronx, NY 10463
Room 632, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
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2065 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453
347-590-2874
250 Broadway, Suite 1816, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7074
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5030 Broadway Suite 701, New York, NY 10034
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▸ Other Geographies
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▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Kingsbridge Heights-Van Cortlandt Village
Dinowitz Opposes Safety Boosting DOT Road Diet Plan▸Bronx Community Board 8 shot down a DOT plan to slim Riverdale Avenue. The 3-2 vote blocks traffic calming, bike lanes, and safer crossings. Elected officials pushed left-turn signals instead. The street remains wide, fast, and dangerous for walkers and cyclists.
On April 1, 2022, Bronx Community Board 8's Traffic and Transportation Committee voted 3-2 against the Department of Transportation's proposed road diet for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, described as a '.75-mile-long road diet,' aimed to reduce lanes, add traffic calming, and install bike lanes. Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz opposed the DOT's turning bays, pushing instead for left-turn signals at two intersections. The committee echoed their stance, citing concerns about traffic and parking. The matter title: 'Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue.' DOT officials stressed the area's high rate of crashes, especially harming seniors and children, but the board's advisory vote leaves the avenue wide and perilous for vulnerable road users.
-
Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-01
Dinowitz Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diet Supports Left Turn Signals▸Bronx Community Board 8 shot down a DOT plan to slim Riverdale Avenue. The 3-2 vote blocks traffic calming, bike lanes, and safer crossings. Elected officials pushed left-turn signals instead. The street remains wide, fast, and dangerous for walkers and cyclists.
On April 1, 2022, Bronx Community Board 8's Traffic and Transportation Committee voted 3-2 against the Department of Transportation's proposed road diet for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, described as a '.75-mile-long road diet,' aimed to reduce lanes, add traffic calming, and install bike lanes. Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz opposed the DOT's turning bays, pushing instead for left-turn signals at two intersections. The committee echoed their stance, citing concerns about traffic and parking. The matter title: 'Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue.' DOT officials stressed the area's high rate of crashes, especially harming seniors and children, but the board's advisory vote leaves the avenue wide and perilous for vulnerable road users.
-
Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-01
Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Council Member Eric Dinowitz blasted DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called the agency’s process secretive and unacceptable. Dinowitz demanded real engagement. The proposal aims to curb crashes. Another local, Christian Amato, backed the plan, citing past safety gains.
On March 25, 2022, Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposal for a 'road diet' on Riverdale Avenue. The plan, discussed before Community Board 8 or Dinowitz himself, drew fire for what Dinowitz called 'unacceptable' and lacking transparency. The matter, titled 'Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,' centers on a traffic-calming redesign to address frequent crashes. Dinowitz stated, 'I'm not against the plan, because I don't know what it is,' but demanded better outreach. Christian Amato, another local politician, voiced strong support, referencing positive results from Morris Park Avenue. The DOT confirmed the proposal includes a bike lane and seeks community feedback. No formal council vote has occurred. The bill’s safety impact was not assessed.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-25
Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Council Member Eric Dinowitz blasted DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called the agency’s process secretive and unacceptable. Dinowitz demanded real engagement. The proposal aims to curb crashes. Another local, Christian Amato, backed the plan, citing past safety gains.
On March 25, 2022, Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposal for a 'road diet' on Riverdale Avenue. The plan, discussed before Community Board 8 or Dinowitz himself, drew fire for what Dinowitz called 'unacceptable' and lacking transparency. The matter, titled 'Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,' centers on a traffic-calming redesign to address frequent crashes. Dinowitz stated, 'I'm not against the plan, because I don't know what it is,' but demanded better outreach. Christian Amato, another local politician, voiced strong support, referencing positive results from Morris Park Avenue. The DOT confirmed the proposal includes a bike lane and seeks community feedback. No formal council vote has occurred. The bill’s safety impact was not assessed.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-25
Eric Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Jeffrey Dinowitz Supports Transparency and Safety in DOT Plans▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a U-turn on Bailey Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were damaged on their front and left sides. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Bailey Avenue collided with a sedan making a U-turn in the same direction. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The report lists the motorcyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and making the U-turn at the time of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash resulted in serious injury to the motorcyclist but no fatalities.
SUV Backs Unsafely, Injures Bronx Pedestrian▸A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
Bronx Community Board 8 shot down a DOT plan to slim Riverdale Avenue. The 3-2 vote blocks traffic calming, bike lanes, and safer crossings. Elected officials pushed left-turn signals instead. The street remains wide, fast, and dangerous for walkers and cyclists.
On April 1, 2022, Bronx Community Board 8's Traffic and Transportation Committee voted 3-2 against the Department of Transportation's proposed road diet for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, described as a '.75-mile-long road diet,' aimed to reduce lanes, add traffic calming, and install bike lanes. Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz opposed the DOT's turning bays, pushing instead for left-turn signals at two intersections. The committee echoed their stance, citing concerns about traffic and parking. The matter title: 'Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue.' DOT officials stressed the area's high rate of crashes, especially harming seniors and children, but the board's advisory vote leaves the avenue wide and perilous for vulnerable road users.
- Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-04-01
Dinowitz Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diet Supports Left Turn Signals▸Bronx Community Board 8 shot down a DOT plan to slim Riverdale Avenue. The 3-2 vote blocks traffic calming, bike lanes, and safer crossings. Elected officials pushed left-turn signals instead. The street remains wide, fast, and dangerous for walkers and cyclists.
On April 1, 2022, Bronx Community Board 8's Traffic and Transportation Committee voted 3-2 against the Department of Transportation's proposed road diet for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, described as a '.75-mile-long road diet,' aimed to reduce lanes, add traffic calming, and install bike lanes. Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz opposed the DOT's turning bays, pushing instead for left-turn signals at two intersections. The committee echoed their stance, citing concerns about traffic and parking. The matter title: 'Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue.' DOT officials stressed the area's high rate of crashes, especially harming seniors and children, but the board's advisory vote leaves the avenue wide and perilous for vulnerable road users.
-
Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-04-01
Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Council Member Eric Dinowitz blasted DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called the agency’s process secretive and unacceptable. Dinowitz demanded real engagement. The proposal aims to curb crashes. Another local, Christian Amato, backed the plan, citing past safety gains.
On March 25, 2022, Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposal for a 'road diet' on Riverdale Avenue. The plan, discussed before Community Board 8 or Dinowitz himself, drew fire for what Dinowitz called 'unacceptable' and lacking transparency. The matter, titled 'Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,' centers on a traffic-calming redesign to address frequent crashes. Dinowitz stated, 'I'm not against the plan, because I don't know what it is,' but demanded better outreach. Christian Amato, another local politician, voiced strong support, referencing positive results from Morris Park Avenue. The DOT confirmed the proposal includes a bike lane and seeks community feedback. No formal council vote has occurred. The bill’s safety impact was not assessed.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-25
Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Council Member Eric Dinowitz blasted DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called the agency’s process secretive and unacceptable. Dinowitz demanded real engagement. The proposal aims to curb crashes. Another local, Christian Amato, backed the plan, citing past safety gains.
On March 25, 2022, Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposal for a 'road diet' on Riverdale Avenue. The plan, discussed before Community Board 8 or Dinowitz himself, drew fire for what Dinowitz called 'unacceptable' and lacking transparency. The matter, titled 'Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,' centers on a traffic-calming redesign to address frequent crashes. Dinowitz stated, 'I'm not against the plan, because I don't know what it is,' but demanded better outreach. Christian Amato, another local politician, voiced strong support, referencing positive results from Morris Park Avenue. The DOT confirmed the proposal includes a bike lane and seeks community feedback. No formal council vote has occurred. The bill’s safety impact was not assessed.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-25
Eric Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Jeffrey Dinowitz Supports Transparency and Safety in DOT Plans▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a U-turn on Bailey Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were damaged on their front and left sides. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Bailey Avenue collided with a sedan making a U-turn in the same direction. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The report lists the motorcyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and making the U-turn at the time of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash resulted in serious injury to the motorcyclist but no fatalities.
SUV Backs Unsafely, Injures Bronx Pedestrian▸A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
Bronx Community Board 8 shot down a DOT plan to slim Riverdale Avenue. The 3-2 vote blocks traffic calming, bike lanes, and safer crossings. Elected officials pushed left-turn signals instead. The street remains wide, fast, and dangerous for walkers and cyclists.
On April 1, 2022, Bronx Community Board 8's Traffic and Transportation Committee voted 3-2 against the Department of Transportation's proposed road diet for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, described as a '.75-mile-long road diet,' aimed to reduce lanes, add traffic calming, and install bike lanes. Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz opposed the DOT's turning bays, pushing instead for left-turn signals at two intersections. The committee echoed their stance, citing concerns about traffic and parking. The matter title: 'Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue.' DOT officials stressed the area's high rate of crashes, especially harming seniors and children, but the board's advisory vote leaves the avenue wide and perilous for vulnerable road users.
- Riverdale Rumble: Bronx Panel Rejects DOT Road Diet Plan for Super-Wide Avenue, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-04-01
Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Council Member Eric Dinowitz blasted DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called the agency’s process secretive and unacceptable. Dinowitz demanded real engagement. The proposal aims to curb crashes. Another local, Christian Amato, backed the plan, citing past safety gains.
On March 25, 2022, Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposal for a 'road diet' on Riverdale Avenue. The plan, discussed before Community Board 8 or Dinowitz himself, drew fire for what Dinowitz called 'unacceptable' and lacking transparency. The matter, titled 'Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,' centers on a traffic-calming redesign to address frequent crashes. Dinowitz stated, 'I'm not against the plan, because I don't know what it is,' but demanded better outreach. Christian Amato, another local politician, voiced strong support, referencing positive results from Morris Park Avenue. The DOT confirmed the proposal includes a bike lane and seeks community feedback. No formal council vote has occurred. The bill’s safety impact was not assessed.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-25
Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Council Member Eric Dinowitz blasted DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called the agency’s process secretive and unacceptable. Dinowitz demanded real engagement. The proposal aims to curb crashes. Another local, Christian Amato, backed the plan, citing past safety gains.
On March 25, 2022, Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposal for a 'road diet' on Riverdale Avenue. The plan, discussed before Community Board 8 or Dinowitz himself, drew fire for what Dinowitz called 'unacceptable' and lacking transparency. The matter, titled 'Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,' centers on a traffic-calming redesign to address frequent crashes. Dinowitz stated, 'I'm not against the plan, because I don't know what it is,' but demanded better outreach. Christian Amato, another local politician, voiced strong support, referencing positive results from Morris Park Avenue. The DOT confirmed the proposal includes a bike lane and seeks community feedback. No formal council vote has occurred. The bill’s safety impact was not assessed.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-25
Eric Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Jeffrey Dinowitz Supports Transparency and Safety in DOT Plans▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a U-turn on Bailey Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were damaged on their front and left sides. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Bailey Avenue collided with a sedan making a U-turn in the same direction. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The report lists the motorcyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and making the U-turn at the time of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash resulted in serious injury to the motorcyclist but no fatalities.
SUV Backs Unsafely, Injures Bronx Pedestrian▸A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
Council Member Eric Dinowitz blasted DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called the agency’s process secretive and unacceptable. Dinowitz demanded real engagement. The proposal aims to curb crashes. Another local, Christian Amato, backed the plan, citing past safety gains.
On March 25, 2022, Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposal for a 'road diet' on Riverdale Avenue. The plan, discussed before Community Board 8 or Dinowitz himself, drew fire for what Dinowitz called 'unacceptable' and lacking transparency. The matter, titled 'Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,' centers on a traffic-calming redesign to address frequent crashes. Dinowitz stated, 'I'm not against the plan, because I don't know what it is,' but demanded better outreach. Christian Amato, another local politician, voiced strong support, referencing positive results from Morris Park Avenue. The DOT confirmed the proposal includes a bike lane and seeks community feedback. No formal council vote has occurred. The bill’s safety impact was not assessed.
- Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-03-25
Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Council Member Eric Dinowitz blasted DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called the agency’s process secretive and unacceptable. Dinowitz demanded real engagement. The proposal aims to curb crashes. Another local, Christian Amato, backed the plan, citing past safety gains.
On March 25, 2022, Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposal for a 'road diet' on Riverdale Avenue. The plan, discussed before Community Board 8 or Dinowitz himself, drew fire for what Dinowitz called 'unacceptable' and lacking transparency. The matter, titled 'Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,' centers on a traffic-calming redesign to address frequent crashes. Dinowitz stated, 'I'm not against the plan, because I don't know what it is,' but demanded better outreach. Christian Amato, another local politician, voiced strong support, referencing positive results from Morris Park Avenue. The DOT confirmed the proposal includes a bike lane and seeks community feedback. No formal council vote has occurred. The bill’s safety impact was not assessed.
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Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-25
Eric Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Jeffrey Dinowitz Supports Transparency and Safety in DOT Plans▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a U-turn on Bailey Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were damaged on their front and left sides. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Bailey Avenue collided with a sedan making a U-turn in the same direction. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The report lists the motorcyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and making the U-turn at the time of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash resulted in serious injury to the motorcyclist but no fatalities.
SUV Backs Unsafely, Injures Bronx Pedestrian▸A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
Council Member Eric Dinowitz blasted DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called the agency’s process secretive and unacceptable. Dinowitz demanded real engagement. The proposal aims to curb crashes. Another local, Christian Amato, backed the plan, citing past safety gains.
On March 25, 2022, Council Member Eric Dinowitz publicly criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposal for a 'road diet' on Riverdale Avenue. The plan, discussed before Community Board 8 or Dinowitz himself, drew fire for what Dinowitz called 'unacceptable' and lacking transparency. The matter, titled 'Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,' centers on a traffic-calming redesign to address frequent crashes. Dinowitz stated, 'I'm not against the plan, because I don't know what it is,' but demanded better outreach. Christian Amato, another local politician, voiced strong support, referencing positive results from Morris Park Avenue. The DOT confirmed the proposal includes a bike lane and seeks community feedback. No formal council vote has occurred. The bill’s safety impact was not assessed.
- Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-03-25
Eric Dinowitz Opposes Misguided Riverdale Avenue Road Diet Plan▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Jeffrey Dinowitz Supports Transparency and Safety in DOT Plans▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a U-turn on Bailey Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were damaged on their front and left sides. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Bailey Avenue collided with a sedan making a U-turn in the same direction. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The report lists the motorcyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and making the U-turn at the time of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash resulted in serious injury to the motorcyclist but no fatalities.
SUV Backs Unsafely, Injures Bronx Pedestrian▸A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
- Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’, streetsblog.org, Published 2022-03-25
Jeffrey Dinowitz Supports Transparency and Safety in DOT Plans▸Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-03-25
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a U-turn on Bailey Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were damaged on their front and left sides. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Bailey Avenue collided with a sedan making a U-turn in the same direction. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The report lists the motorcyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and making the U-turn at the time of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash resulted in serious injury to the motorcyclist but no fatalities.
SUV Backs Unsafely, Injures Bronx Pedestrian▸A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
Councilmember Eric Dinowitz slammed DOT’s Riverdale Avenue road diet plan. He called out the agency for secrecy, not substance. The Bronx stretch is deadly. Dinowitz wants more transparency, not fewer lanes. The fight leaves vulnerable road users in limbo.
On March 25, 2022, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz of District 11 made a public statement opposing the Department of Transportation’s proposed ‘road diet’ for Riverdale Avenue. The plan, aimed at a crash-prone Bronx corridor, was criticized by Dinowitz for a lack of transparency: 'A city agency should not be run this way.' He insisted he is not against the plan itself, but objects to DOT’s process, which bypassed him and Community Board 8. Dinowitz’s stance echoes his past opposition to bus lanes that reduce parking, though he supports bike lanes that do not remove vehicle lanes. The proposal, which includes a bike lane, remains under review. No formal safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
- Riverdale Avenue Rumble: Bronx Pol Dinowitz Objects to DOT’s Move on ‘Road Diet’, streetsblog.org, Published 2022-03-25
Motorcycle Hits Sedan Making U-Turn in Bronx▸A motorcycle struck a sedan making a U-turn on Bailey Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were damaged on their front and left sides. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Bailey Avenue collided with a sedan making a U-turn in the same direction. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The report lists the motorcyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and making the U-turn at the time of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash resulted in serious injury to the motorcyclist but no fatalities.
SUV Backs Unsafely, Injures Bronx Pedestrian▸A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
A motorcycle struck a sedan making a U-turn on Bailey Avenue in the Bronx. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Both vehicles were damaged on their front and left sides. The crash left one injured and conscious.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south on Bailey Avenue collided with a sedan making a U-turn in the same direction. The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle's center front end and the sedan's left side doors were damaged. The report lists the motorcyclist's contributing factors as unspecified. The sedan driver was licensed and making the U-turn at the time of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash resulted in serious injury to the motorcyclist but no fatalities.
SUV Backs Unsafely, Injures Bronx Pedestrian▸A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
A 40-year-old woman was struck by an SUV backing unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. She suffered head injuries and whiplash. The driver was entering a parked position. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a 40-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2008 SUV backed unsafely on Eames Place in the Bronx. The driver, a licensed male, was entering a parked position and struck the pedestrian with the center back end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian's actions in the roadway were noted as "Other Actions in Roadway," but the report does not assign fault to her. The incident highlights the dangers of unsafe backing maneuvers in urban areas.
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Bailey Avenue▸A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
A box truck struck a 48-year-old woman crossing Bailey Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Bailey Avenue made a left turn and struck a 48-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the crash. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford box truck. The vehicle showed no damage after impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s failure to yield.
Sedan Makes Improper Turn, Hits Bus▸A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
A sedan making a U-turn collided with a southbound bus on Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bus’s right front bumper. A 24-year-old female passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a sedan was making an improper U-turn on Sedgwick Avenue when it collided with a southbound bus going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bus’s right front bumper. The sedan carried three occupants; a 24-year-old female passenger seated in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, along with 'Passenger Distraction.' The bus had no occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the bus.
Bus Strikes Parked Sedan on West 231 Street▸A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.
A bus traveling west hit a parked sedan on West 231 Street. The sedan’s left rear bumper took the impact. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and shock. Slippery pavement was a factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a bus traveling west on West 231 Street collided with a parked sedan, impacting the sedan’s left rear bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 44-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists slippery pavement as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were noted in the data. The bus had two occupants and was driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The crash caused damage to the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus.