One Crash, One Death, One Demand: Slow Bartow Down Now

Aug 8 - A 27-year-old male moped driver suffered a severe leg injury after a tire failure caused a crash on Hutchinson River Parkway East in the Bronx. The vehicle struck with its right front bumper. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old male moped driver traveling northwest on Hutchinson River Parkway East in the Bronx experienced a tire failure that led to a crash. The moped's right front bumper was the point of impact. The driver, who was the sole occupant, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. There were no additional driver errors noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652546 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 3 - A 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a westbound sedan making a left turn. The impact injured her neck and left her in shock. The driver struck the pedestrian with the vehicle’s left front bumper.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection with the signal. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock after the collision. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2012 Kia sedan, was making a left turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper struck the pedestrian. The report lists the pedestrian’s contributing factors as unspecified, and no driver errors are explicitly noted. The pedestrian was not visibly injured beyond the neck injury and was not ejected. The crash occurred on Hutchinson River Parkway East near Einstein Loop.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642988 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 28 - A 26-year-old woman crossing Baychester Avenue with the signal was struck by a left-turning pick-up truck. The driver was fatigued and drowsy. The pedestrian suffered an upper arm abrasion and remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck making a left turn on Baychester Avenue in the Bronx struck a 26-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained an abrasion to her shoulder and upper arm and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the driver’s fatigue and drowsiness as contributing factors, along with glare. The point of impact was the left side doors of the truck. No other driver errors or victim faults were noted. The pedestrian was injured at an intersection while crossing lawfully.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642113 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 11 - A taxi struck an e-scooter carrying two riders near Baychester Avenue. A 5-year-old passenger suffered a head abrasion. The impact hit the taxi’s left front bumper and the scooter’s center front. The child was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west collided with an e-scooter heading north near 500 Baychester Avenue in the Bronx. The crash involved three occupants in the taxi and two on the scooter. A 5-year-old female passenger on the scooter sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the taxi’s left front bumper and the scooter’s center front end. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The injured child was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and operating legally. The crash caused visible damage to both vehicles but no further details on driver actions or violations were provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637421 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

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

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

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

Jun 7 - A Kia SUV, chased by police, tore down Boller Avenue. It hit two parked cars. A 16-year-old boy in the front seat smashed his face on the windshield. Blood marked the glass. Unsafe speed and bad turning led to the crash.

A police pursuit ended in violence on Boller Avenue near Hutchinson River Parkway East. According to the police report, a Kia SUV, driven at unsafe speed, struck two parked cars. The front passenger, a 16-year-old boy, suffered severe facial lacerations after hitting the windshield. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The driver held only a permit. The police narrative states: 'A Kia, chased by police, slammed two parked cars. A 16-year-old boy in the front seat, no belt, took the windshield with his face. Blood on the glass. Speed was the reason.' No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left the teen injured and the street scarred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636301 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

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

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

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

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

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

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

May 31 - A tractor truck struck an SUV head-on late at night on Conner Street. The SUV driver, a 46-year-old woman, suffered knee and leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, a tractor truck and an SUV collided on Conner Street. The truck hit the SUV's left front quarter panel while both vehicles traveled north. The SUV driver, a 46-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the SUV driver. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634266 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

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

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

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

May 30 - Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jan 13 - Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.

Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.

• File A 1280, Open States, Published 2023-01-13

Jan 9 - Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.

Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.

• File S 840, Open States, Published 2023-01-09

Jan 4 - Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.

Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 100, Open States, Published 2023-01-04

Dec 8 - A 28-year-old man was hit by a southbound bus making a left turn on Asch Loop in the Bronx. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk. He suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The bus’s oversized size contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Asch Loop in the Bronx struck a 28-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The bus was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors related to vehicle handling and awareness. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4588061 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19