Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Throgs Neck-Schuylerville?
Bronx Streets Bleed While Politicians Stall—Who’s Next?
Throgs Neck-Schuylerville: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025
The Wounds That Do Not Heal
In Throgs Neck-Schuylerville, the numbers do not tell the whole story, but they do not lie. In the last twelve months, 188 people were injured in crashes. Two were seriously hurt. No one lost their life. The dead do not speak. The injured carry scars the rest of us cannot see.
A man tries to stop a thief from taking his car. He is dragged down the street. His leg is torn away. He may never walk again. “The victim suffered head trauma and an amputated left leg and remains in critical condition at Jacobi hospital,” reported ABC7.
A neighbor stands on the sidewalk and says, “This has absolutely happened before,” told the Daily News. The violence is not new. It is routine.
The Numbers Behind the Pain
Since 2022, 527 people have been injured here. Two have died. Six suffered serious injuries. The young are not spared. In the last year, 18 children were hurt. Cars and SUVs do most of the damage. Trucks and motorcycles add to the toll. No one is immune.
Pedestrians are struck at intersections and in the street. Cyclists are hit. Drivers and passengers are crushed in metal and glass. The numbers rise and fall, but the pain stays.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
The city passed new laws. Speed cameras now run day and night. The speed limit can be lowered. But in Throgs Neck-Schuylerville, the danger remains. The Bronx saw a 4% rise in car thefts this year, even as rates fell citywide reported ABC7. Local leaders talk about safety. The streets do not change. The blood dries and the news moves on.
What You Can Do
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand lower speed limits. Demand more cameras. Demand streets built for people, not just cars. Do not wait for another neighbor to bleed in the gutter. Take action now.
Citations
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- Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-26
- Bronx Carjacking Leaves Worker Maimed, ABC7, Published 2025-04-25
- Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-26
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716626 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-17
- Man Dragged By Stolen Car In Bronx, New York Post, Published 2025-04-25
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Throgs Neck-Schuylerville
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan During Right Turn▸A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV U-Turn Slams Moped Amid Blocked View▸SUV swung a U-turn on Lafayette. Obstructed view. Struck moped’s rear. Moped driver hurt—knee, leg, foot. He stayed conscious. Helmet on. Streets left him exposed.
According to the police report, an SUV making a U-turn on Lafayette Ave near Throgs Neck Expressway struck the rear of a moped. The crash happened at 19:40. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV’s U-turn with limited visibility set the stage for the collision. The moped driver wore a helmet, but no other victim actions contributed to the crash.
2SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A 26-year-old woman driving a 2022 SUV slowed or stopped on the Throgs Neck Expressway. Improper lane markings contributed to the crash. Both the driver and a 53-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash injuries but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:18 on the Throgs Neck Expressway involving a 2022 Mercedes SUV traveling southwest. The driver, a 26-year-old female, was slowing or stopping when the collision happened. The report cites 'Lane Marking Improper/Inadequate' as a contributing factor, indicating systemic roadway dangers. The SUV struck another vehicle at the center back end. Both the driver and the 53-year-old female front passenger were injured, sustaining whiplash but remained conscious and were properly restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No ejections occurred. The police report highlights lane marking deficiencies as a key driver-related factor, underscoring infrastructure failures rather than victim fault.
Sedan Strikes 11-Year-Old Boy Crossing Crosswalk▸An 11-year-old boy suffered full-body bruises after a sedan hit him at a Bronx intersection. The boy was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling straight southbound on Crosby Avenue.
According to the police report, a 2014 Honda sedan driven by a licensed female driver was traveling straight ahead southbound on Crosby Avenue in the Bronx at 14:43. The sedan's center front end struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections even when crossing in marked crosswalks, with no clear driver fault noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Hutchinson Parkway▸Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Hutchinson River Parkway. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered whiplash and was injured. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling northbound at impact.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling northbound on Hutchinson River Parkway collided at 5:50 a.m. The rear vehicle, a 2025 Chevrolet SUV, struck the center back end of the lead vehicle, a 2020 Jeep SUV, impacting its center front end. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 63-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead prior to impact. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV U-Turn Collides With Pickup Truck in Bronx▸A Ford SUV making a U-turn struck a southbound pickup truck on East Tremont Avenue. The 77-year-old SUV driver suffered injuries and shock. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors for both drivers. Impact damaged the front and right quarter panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 16:50. A 2020 Ford SUV, traveling north and making a U-turn, collided with a 2023 Honda pickup truck traveling south. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the pickup truck. The SUV driver, a 77-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured and experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation during the maneuver. There is no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behavior contributing to the crash.
2Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A van struck the rear of a sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway, injuring both sedan occupants. Both suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash resulted from the van driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, causing impact and trauma in the sedan’s rear.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:54 on Throgs Neck Expressway involving a van and a sedan traveling southbound. The van struck the sedan’s right rear bumper with its right front bumper. Both sedan occupants, a 37-year-old female driver and a 34-year-old male front passenger, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report cites the van driver’s contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the crash resulted from the van driver’s failure to maintain control or safe distance due to reacting to another vehicle not involved in the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The impact caused significant trauma to the sedan’s rear and injured its occupants.
Aggressive Riding Injures Young Motorcyclist on Tremont▸A 20-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change left him with leg and foot injuries. No other vehicles or people were involved.
According to the police report, a single-vehicle crash occurred at 2:43 AM on East Tremont Avenue near Ericson Place. The 20-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck with its left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected but was in shock after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report highlights aggressive behavior and unsafe lane changes by the driver as the causes of the crash.
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway▸Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A northbound SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a sedan making a right turn on Hutchinson River Parkway East. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old man, suffered back contusions and shock. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Hutchinson River Parkway East. A 2023 Jeep SUV traveling north went straight ahead and impacted the left rear quarter panel of a 2024 BMW sedan making a right turn. The sedan's left front bumper was damaged. The sedan driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and an unspecified contributing factor related to the sedan driver. Both drivers were licensed. The collision's impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the sedan from behind during the turn. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUV U-Turn Slams Moped Amid Blocked View▸SUV swung a U-turn on Lafayette. Obstructed view. Struck moped’s rear. Moped driver hurt—knee, leg, foot. He stayed conscious. Helmet on. Streets left him exposed.
According to the police report, an SUV making a U-turn on Lafayette Ave near Throgs Neck Expressway struck the rear of a moped. The crash happened at 19:40. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV’s U-turn with limited visibility set the stage for the collision. The moped driver wore a helmet, but no other victim actions contributed to the crash.
2SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A 26-year-old woman driving a 2022 SUV slowed or stopped on the Throgs Neck Expressway. Improper lane markings contributed to the crash. Both the driver and a 53-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash injuries but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:18 on the Throgs Neck Expressway involving a 2022 Mercedes SUV traveling southwest. The driver, a 26-year-old female, was slowing or stopping when the collision happened. The report cites 'Lane Marking Improper/Inadequate' as a contributing factor, indicating systemic roadway dangers. The SUV struck another vehicle at the center back end. Both the driver and the 53-year-old female front passenger were injured, sustaining whiplash but remained conscious and were properly restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No ejections occurred. The police report highlights lane marking deficiencies as a key driver-related factor, underscoring infrastructure failures rather than victim fault.
Sedan Strikes 11-Year-Old Boy Crossing Crosswalk▸An 11-year-old boy suffered full-body bruises after a sedan hit him at a Bronx intersection. The boy was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling straight southbound on Crosby Avenue.
According to the police report, a 2014 Honda sedan driven by a licensed female driver was traveling straight ahead southbound on Crosby Avenue in the Bronx at 14:43. The sedan's center front end struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections even when crossing in marked crosswalks, with no clear driver fault noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Hutchinson Parkway▸Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Hutchinson River Parkway. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered whiplash and was injured. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling northbound at impact.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling northbound on Hutchinson River Parkway collided at 5:50 a.m. The rear vehicle, a 2025 Chevrolet SUV, struck the center back end of the lead vehicle, a 2020 Jeep SUV, impacting its center front end. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 63-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead prior to impact. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV U-Turn Collides With Pickup Truck in Bronx▸A Ford SUV making a U-turn struck a southbound pickup truck on East Tremont Avenue. The 77-year-old SUV driver suffered injuries and shock. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors for both drivers. Impact damaged the front and right quarter panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 16:50. A 2020 Ford SUV, traveling north and making a U-turn, collided with a 2023 Honda pickup truck traveling south. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the pickup truck. The SUV driver, a 77-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured and experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation during the maneuver. There is no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behavior contributing to the crash.
2Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A van struck the rear of a sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway, injuring both sedan occupants. Both suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash resulted from the van driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, causing impact and trauma in the sedan’s rear.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:54 on Throgs Neck Expressway involving a van and a sedan traveling southbound. The van struck the sedan’s right rear bumper with its right front bumper. Both sedan occupants, a 37-year-old female driver and a 34-year-old male front passenger, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report cites the van driver’s contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the crash resulted from the van driver’s failure to maintain control or safe distance due to reacting to another vehicle not involved in the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The impact caused significant trauma to the sedan’s rear and injured its occupants.
Aggressive Riding Injures Young Motorcyclist on Tremont▸A 20-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change left him with leg and foot injuries. No other vehicles or people were involved.
According to the police report, a single-vehicle crash occurred at 2:43 AM on East Tremont Avenue near Ericson Place. The 20-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck with its left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected but was in shock after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report highlights aggressive behavior and unsafe lane changes by the driver as the causes of the crash.
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway▸Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
SUV swung a U-turn on Lafayette. Obstructed view. Struck moped’s rear. Moped driver hurt—knee, leg, foot. He stayed conscious. Helmet on. Streets left him exposed.
According to the police report, an SUV making a U-turn on Lafayette Ave near Throgs Neck Expressway struck the rear of a moped. The crash happened at 19:40. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The SUV’s U-turn with limited visibility set the stage for the collision. The moped driver wore a helmet, but no other victim actions contributed to the crash.
2SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A 26-year-old woman driving a 2022 SUV slowed or stopped on the Throgs Neck Expressway. Improper lane markings contributed to the crash. Both the driver and a 53-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash injuries but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:18 on the Throgs Neck Expressway involving a 2022 Mercedes SUV traveling southwest. The driver, a 26-year-old female, was slowing or stopping when the collision happened. The report cites 'Lane Marking Improper/Inadequate' as a contributing factor, indicating systemic roadway dangers. The SUV struck another vehicle at the center back end. Both the driver and the 53-year-old female front passenger were injured, sustaining whiplash but remained conscious and were properly restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No ejections occurred. The police report highlights lane marking deficiencies as a key driver-related factor, underscoring infrastructure failures rather than victim fault.
Sedan Strikes 11-Year-Old Boy Crossing Crosswalk▸An 11-year-old boy suffered full-body bruises after a sedan hit him at a Bronx intersection. The boy was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling straight southbound on Crosby Avenue.
According to the police report, a 2014 Honda sedan driven by a licensed female driver was traveling straight ahead southbound on Crosby Avenue in the Bronx at 14:43. The sedan's center front end struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections even when crossing in marked crosswalks, with no clear driver fault noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Hutchinson Parkway▸Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Hutchinson River Parkway. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered whiplash and was injured. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling northbound at impact.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling northbound on Hutchinson River Parkway collided at 5:50 a.m. The rear vehicle, a 2025 Chevrolet SUV, struck the center back end of the lead vehicle, a 2020 Jeep SUV, impacting its center front end. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 63-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead prior to impact. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV U-Turn Collides With Pickup Truck in Bronx▸A Ford SUV making a U-turn struck a southbound pickup truck on East Tremont Avenue. The 77-year-old SUV driver suffered injuries and shock. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors for both drivers. Impact damaged the front and right quarter panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 16:50. A 2020 Ford SUV, traveling north and making a U-turn, collided with a 2023 Honda pickup truck traveling south. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the pickup truck. The SUV driver, a 77-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured and experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation during the maneuver. There is no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behavior contributing to the crash.
2Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A van struck the rear of a sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway, injuring both sedan occupants. Both suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash resulted from the van driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, causing impact and trauma in the sedan’s rear.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:54 on Throgs Neck Expressway involving a van and a sedan traveling southbound. The van struck the sedan’s right rear bumper with its right front bumper. Both sedan occupants, a 37-year-old female driver and a 34-year-old male front passenger, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report cites the van driver’s contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the crash resulted from the van driver’s failure to maintain control or safe distance due to reacting to another vehicle not involved in the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The impact caused significant trauma to the sedan’s rear and injured its occupants.
Aggressive Riding Injures Young Motorcyclist on Tremont▸A 20-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change left him with leg and foot injuries. No other vehicles or people were involved.
According to the police report, a single-vehicle crash occurred at 2:43 AM on East Tremont Avenue near Ericson Place. The 20-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck with its left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected but was in shock after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report highlights aggressive behavior and unsafe lane changes by the driver as the causes of the crash.
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway▸Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A 26-year-old woman driving a 2022 SUV slowed or stopped on the Throgs Neck Expressway. Improper lane markings contributed to the crash. Both the driver and a 53-year-old front passenger suffered whiplash injuries but remained conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:18 on the Throgs Neck Expressway involving a 2022 Mercedes SUV traveling southwest. The driver, a 26-year-old female, was slowing or stopping when the collision happened. The report cites 'Lane Marking Improper/Inadequate' as a contributing factor, indicating systemic roadway dangers. The SUV struck another vehicle at the center back end. Both the driver and the 53-year-old female front passenger were injured, sustaining whiplash but remained conscious and were properly restrained with lap belts and harnesses. No ejections occurred. The police report highlights lane marking deficiencies as a key driver-related factor, underscoring infrastructure failures rather than victim fault.
Sedan Strikes 11-Year-Old Boy Crossing Crosswalk▸An 11-year-old boy suffered full-body bruises after a sedan hit him at a Bronx intersection. The boy was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling straight southbound on Crosby Avenue.
According to the police report, a 2014 Honda sedan driven by a licensed female driver was traveling straight ahead southbound on Crosby Avenue in the Bronx at 14:43. The sedan's center front end struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections even when crossing in marked crosswalks, with no clear driver fault noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Hutchinson Parkway▸Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Hutchinson River Parkway. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered whiplash and was injured. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling northbound at impact.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling northbound on Hutchinson River Parkway collided at 5:50 a.m. The rear vehicle, a 2025 Chevrolet SUV, struck the center back end of the lead vehicle, a 2020 Jeep SUV, impacting its center front end. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 63-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead prior to impact. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV U-Turn Collides With Pickup Truck in Bronx▸A Ford SUV making a U-turn struck a southbound pickup truck on East Tremont Avenue. The 77-year-old SUV driver suffered injuries and shock. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors for both drivers. Impact damaged the front and right quarter panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 16:50. A 2020 Ford SUV, traveling north and making a U-turn, collided with a 2023 Honda pickup truck traveling south. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the pickup truck. The SUV driver, a 77-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured and experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation during the maneuver. There is no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behavior contributing to the crash.
2Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A van struck the rear of a sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway, injuring both sedan occupants. Both suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash resulted from the van driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, causing impact and trauma in the sedan’s rear.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:54 on Throgs Neck Expressway involving a van and a sedan traveling southbound. The van struck the sedan’s right rear bumper with its right front bumper. Both sedan occupants, a 37-year-old female driver and a 34-year-old male front passenger, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report cites the van driver’s contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the crash resulted from the van driver’s failure to maintain control or safe distance due to reacting to another vehicle not involved in the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The impact caused significant trauma to the sedan’s rear and injured its occupants.
Aggressive Riding Injures Young Motorcyclist on Tremont▸A 20-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change left him with leg and foot injuries. No other vehicles or people were involved.
According to the police report, a single-vehicle crash occurred at 2:43 AM on East Tremont Avenue near Ericson Place. The 20-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck with its left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected but was in shock after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report highlights aggressive behavior and unsafe lane changes by the driver as the causes of the crash.
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway▸Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
An 11-year-old boy suffered full-body bruises after a sedan hit him at a Bronx intersection. The boy was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal. The vehicle struck him head-on while traveling straight southbound on Crosby Avenue.
According to the police report, a 2014 Honda sedan driven by a licensed female driver was traveling straight ahead southbound on Crosby Avenue in the Bronx at 14:43. The sedan's center front end struck an 11-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections even when crossing in marked crosswalks, with no clear driver fault noted in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Hutchinson Parkway▸Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Hutchinson River Parkway. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered whiplash and was injured. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling northbound at impact.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling northbound on Hutchinson River Parkway collided at 5:50 a.m. The rear vehicle, a 2025 Chevrolet SUV, struck the center back end of the lead vehicle, a 2020 Jeep SUV, impacting its center front end. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 63-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead prior to impact. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV U-Turn Collides With Pickup Truck in Bronx▸A Ford SUV making a U-turn struck a southbound pickup truck on East Tremont Avenue. The 77-year-old SUV driver suffered injuries and shock. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors for both drivers. Impact damaged the front and right quarter panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 16:50. A 2020 Ford SUV, traveling north and making a U-turn, collided with a 2023 Honda pickup truck traveling south. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the pickup truck. The SUV driver, a 77-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured and experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation during the maneuver. There is no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behavior contributing to the crash.
2Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A van struck the rear of a sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway, injuring both sedan occupants. Both suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash resulted from the van driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, causing impact and trauma in the sedan’s rear.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:54 on Throgs Neck Expressway involving a van and a sedan traveling southbound. The van struck the sedan’s right rear bumper with its right front bumper. Both sedan occupants, a 37-year-old female driver and a 34-year-old male front passenger, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report cites the van driver’s contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the crash resulted from the van driver’s failure to maintain control or safe distance due to reacting to another vehicle not involved in the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The impact caused significant trauma to the sedan’s rear and injured its occupants.
Aggressive Riding Injures Young Motorcyclist on Tremont▸A 20-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change left him with leg and foot injuries. No other vehicles or people were involved.
According to the police report, a single-vehicle crash occurred at 2:43 AM on East Tremont Avenue near Ericson Place. The 20-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck with its left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected but was in shock after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report highlights aggressive behavior and unsafe lane changes by the driver as the causes of the crash.
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway▸Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Hutchinson River Parkway. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered whiplash and was injured. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling northbound at impact.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling northbound on Hutchinson River Parkway collided at 5:50 a.m. The rear vehicle, a 2025 Chevrolet SUV, struck the center back end of the lead vehicle, a 2020 Jeep SUV, impacting its center front end. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 63-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead prior to impact. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV U-Turn Collides With Pickup Truck in Bronx▸A Ford SUV making a U-turn struck a southbound pickup truck on East Tremont Avenue. The 77-year-old SUV driver suffered injuries and shock. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors for both drivers. Impact damaged the front and right quarter panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 16:50. A 2020 Ford SUV, traveling north and making a U-turn, collided with a 2023 Honda pickup truck traveling south. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the pickup truck. The SUV driver, a 77-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured and experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation during the maneuver. There is no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behavior contributing to the crash.
2Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A van struck the rear of a sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway, injuring both sedan occupants. Both suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash resulted from the van driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, causing impact and trauma in the sedan’s rear.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:54 on Throgs Neck Expressway involving a van and a sedan traveling southbound. The van struck the sedan’s right rear bumper with its right front bumper. Both sedan occupants, a 37-year-old female driver and a 34-year-old male front passenger, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report cites the van driver’s contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the crash resulted from the van driver’s failure to maintain control or safe distance due to reacting to another vehicle not involved in the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The impact caused significant trauma to the sedan’s rear and injured its occupants.
Aggressive Riding Injures Young Motorcyclist on Tremont▸A 20-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change left him with leg and foot injuries. No other vehicles or people were involved.
According to the police report, a single-vehicle crash occurred at 2:43 AM on East Tremont Avenue near Ericson Place. The 20-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck with its left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected but was in shock after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report highlights aggressive behavior and unsafe lane changes by the driver as the causes of the crash.
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway▸Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A Ford SUV making a U-turn struck a southbound pickup truck on East Tremont Avenue. The 77-year-old SUV driver suffered injuries and shock. Police cited 'Other Vehicular' factors for both drivers. Impact damaged the front and right quarter panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx at 16:50. A 2020 Ford SUV, traveling north and making a U-turn, collided with a 2023 Honda pickup truck traveling south. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the pickup truck. The SUV driver, a 77-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured and experienced shock. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation during the maneuver. There is no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behavior contributing to the crash.
2Van Rear-Ends Sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway▸A van struck the rear of a sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway, injuring both sedan occupants. Both suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash resulted from the van driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, causing impact and trauma in the sedan’s rear.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:54 on Throgs Neck Expressway involving a van and a sedan traveling southbound. The van struck the sedan’s right rear bumper with its right front bumper. Both sedan occupants, a 37-year-old female driver and a 34-year-old male front passenger, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report cites the van driver’s contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the crash resulted from the van driver’s failure to maintain control or safe distance due to reacting to another vehicle not involved in the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The impact caused significant trauma to the sedan’s rear and injured its occupants.
Aggressive Riding Injures Young Motorcyclist on Tremont▸A 20-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change left him with leg and foot injuries. No other vehicles or people were involved.
According to the police report, a single-vehicle crash occurred at 2:43 AM on East Tremont Avenue near Ericson Place. The 20-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck with its left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected but was in shock after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report highlights aggressive behavior and unsafe lane changes by the driver as the causes of the crash.
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway▸Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A van struck the rear of a sedan on Throgs Neck Expressway, injuring both sedan occupants. Both suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash resulted from the van driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle, causing impact and trauma in the sedan’s rear.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:54 on Throgs Neck Expressway involving a van and a sedan traveling southbound. The van struck the sedan’s right rear bumper with its right front bumper. Both sedan occupants, a 37-year-old female driver and a 34-year-old male front passenger, were injured with neck injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The report cites the van driver’s contributing factor as "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the crash resulted from the van driver’s failure to maintain control or safe distance due to reacting to another vehicle not involved in the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The impact caused significant trauma to the sedan’s rear and injured its occupants.
Aggressive Riding Injures Young Motorcyclist on Tremont▸A 20-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change left him with leg and foot injuries. No other vehicles or people were involved.
According to the police report, a single-vehicle crash occurred at 2:43 AM on East Tremont Avenue near Ericson Place. The 20-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck with its left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected but was in shock after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report highlights aggressive behavior and unsafe lane changes by the driver as the causes of the crash.
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway▸Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A 20-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on East Tremont Avenue. Aggressive driving and unsafe lane change left him with leg and foot injuries. No other vehicles or people were involved.
According to the police report, a single-vehicle crash occurred at 2:43 AM on East Tremont Avenue near Ericson Place. The 20-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck with its left front quarter panel. The driver was not ejected but was in shock after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The police report highlights aggressive behavior and unsafe lane changes by the driver as the causes of the crash.
Taxi and Sedan Crash on Cross Bronx Expressway▸Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
Taxi and sedan slammed bumpers on the Cross Bronx Expressway. The sedan driver, age 37, was hurt and in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the report.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on the Cross Bronx Expressway at 21:15. Both vehicles were heading west when their front bumpers struck. The sedan driver, a 37-year-old man, was injured and experienced shock. He wore a lap belt and was not ejected. The taxi driver held a New York permit. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Helmet use or signaling was not cited. The crash left the sedan's right front and the taxi's left front damaged.
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on Hutchinson Parkway▸A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A sedan traveling south on Hutchinson River Parkway struck another vehicle from behind. The driver, a 36-year-old man, sustained an eye contusion and bruising. The crash caused center back end damage to the sedan, with no ejections reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:47 AM on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old male driver of a 2013 Honda sedan was injured, suffering an eye contusion and bruising. The vehicle was traveling south and was slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors are noted as contributing factors.
2Sedan Collision on Throgs Neck Bridge Injures Two▸Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
Two occupants suffered injuries in a collision between two sedans on Throgs Neck Bridge. One passenger was ejected and bruised. Police cite unsafe speed as the driver error. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.
According to the police report, at 13:36 on Throgs Neck Bridge, two sedans collided. The BMW, traveling south and going straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked Dodge sedan. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The Dodge had three occupants; a 29-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and shock while riding outside the vehicle without safety equipment. A 26-year-old female front passenger was ejected, sustained facial contusions, and was conscious upon arrival. The BMW driver was licensed and traveling south. Damage was recorded on the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear bumper of the Dodge. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers of excessive speed and vehicle interactions on the bridge.
Distracted Driving Triggers Sedan Crash on Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 23-year-old driver suffered shoulder injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and vehicular factors. Metal twisted. Impact struck front ends.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Hutchinson River Parkway at 1:21 a.m. The 23-year-old male driver of a Toyota was injured, sustaining a shoulder contusion and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The BMW was merging northbound when it struck the Toyota, which was going straight. The Toyota's left front bumper and the BMW's right front quarter panel took the hit. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver error stands at the center.
Alcohol-Impaired Driver Crashes Into Parked Sedan▸A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A 67-year-old man driving south on East Tremont Avenue struck a parked Tesla sedan. The impact hit the right front bumper of his Honda and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. The driver, a 67-year-old male licensed in Florida, was operating a 2021 Honda sedan traveling southbound. The Honda collided with a parked 2019 Tesla sedan, impacting the Honda's right front bumper and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel. The report identifies 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The driver was injured with a concussion and bodily injuries affecting his entire body but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The collision resulted from the impaired driver's failure to maintain control, striking a stationary vehicle. The police report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Teen on Middletown Road▸A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
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File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
-
Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A distracted driver hit a 15-year-old boy crossing Middletown Road with the signal. The teen suffered arm bruises. The crash shows the danger of driver inattention on Bronx streets.
According to the police report, a 15-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Middletown Road at an intersection with the signal when a northbound vehicle struck him. The boy suffered contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. His injuries were rated at severity level 3. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing lawfully, with the signal. The driver’s lack of attention caused the crash, injuring the teen. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of distracted driving in New York City.
Int 0346-2024Marmorato votes no on jaywalking bill, opposing improved pedestrian safety.▸Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
-
File Int 0346-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
-
Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
Council ends jaywalking penalties. Pedestrians now cross anywhere, any time. No summons. Law strips drivers of excuses. Streets shift. Power tilts to people on foot.
Int 0346-2024, now enacted, rewrites New York’s pedestrian rules. The bill, heard by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, passed on September 26, 2024, and became law on October 26, 2024. Its title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to pedestrian crossing guidelines and right of way.” Sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán and co-sponsored by Narcisse, Won, Hanif, Hudson, and Restler, the law lets pedestrians cross streets anywhere, even against signals. No more tickets for crossing outside crosswalks. The Department of Transportation must educate all street users on new rights and responsibilities. The law removes a tool police used to target walkers. It shifts blame from people on foot to the system and those behind the wheel.
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Pedestrian Bleeds Out on East Tremont Asphalt▸A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A man sprawled on East Tremont Avenue, head gashed, blood pooling in the Bronx night. No car lingered. Sirens cut the silence. The street bore witness to violence, leaving a lone pedestrian broken beneath the city’s indifferent lights.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old man was found bleeding with severe head lacerations on East Tremont Avenue near 3675 in the Bronx. The narrative describes the pedestrian lying in the roadway, his head torn open, with no vehicle present at the scene. The report states the incident occurred away from an intersection and outside a crosswalk. No vehicle type, driver information, or contributing factors were listed in the police data. The silence of the street, the absence of a car, and the presence of severe injury underscore the vulnerability of pedestrians and the persistent dangers that haunt city roads. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors.
SUV Lane Change Smashes Sedan on Tremont▸SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
SUV veered, struck sedan head-on in Bronx. Driver hurt, shoulder bruised. Both cars’ front bumpers crushed. Police cite vehicle operation errors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a crash took place at 1:00 PM on East Tremont Avenue in the Bronx. An SUV, changing lanes, collided with a sedan traveling straight. The 26-year-old male SUV driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front bumpers. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers, pointing to errors in vehicle operation. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with the airbag deployed. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Lafayette Avenue▸A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A Ford SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a BMW sedan heading east on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered bruising and elbow injuries. Both drivers were licensed and alone in their vehicles.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:00 PM on Lafayette Avenue in the Bronx. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling south collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2021 BMW sedan traveling east. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 28-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained a contusion bruise and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were driving straight ahead prior to the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are explicitly cited in the data.
Marmorato Defends Harmful Parking Mandates in Transit Desert▸Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
Parking mandates choke streets, raise rents, and trap New Yorkers in car dependence. Council Member Marmorato and Borough President Richards defend these rules, blocking safer, more vibrant neighborhoods. Ending mandates means more housing, cleaner air, and safer streets for people, not cars.
This opinion, published September 3, 2024, in Streetsblog NYC, calls out Council Member Kristy Marmorato and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for defending parking mandates. Richards opposes lifting mandates in Queens, citing poor transit. Marmorato lobbied to restore mandates in a Bronx rezoning near new Metro North stations, arguing, 'We live in a transit desert where cars are a necessity for daily activities.' The editorial rebukes this logic, stating, 'We should not cling to parking mandates when we know they encourage car ownership, make streets less vibrant, increase rents, and pollute our air.' The piece urges officials to break the cycle of car-first policy, invest in transit, and end mandates that block affordable housing and safer streets. No safety analyst assessment was provided, but the editorial centers the harm parking mandates inflict on vulnerable road users and the city’s livability.
- Opinion: It’s Time to Say ‘No’ to Car Drivers and ‘Yes’ to Ending Parking Mandates, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-09-03
SUV With Defective Brakes Hits Bronx Bicyclist▸A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.
A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Hyundai SUV with defective brakes struck him at Randall Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered bruises and arm injuries.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:17 in the Bronx near 2798 Randall Avenue. A 2021 Hyundai SUV traveling south, driven by a licensed female driver, collided with a 15-year-old male bicyclist making a right turn westbound. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The report cites the SUV’s defective brakes as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The vehicle damage was limited to the SUV’s right front quarter panel, while the bike sustained no damage.