No More Blood on Canal Street: Demand Safer Roads Now

Feb 15 - An 84-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on Essex Street. He suffered a head contusion and remained conscious. The crash occurred outside an intersection as the pedestrian crossed without signal. The sedan hit the pedestrian front-center.

According to the police report, an 84-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2009 Honda sedan traveling north on Essex Street struck him at the center front end. The pedestrian was crossing outside an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4605914 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 15 - A 33-year-old male bicyclist struck the left side doors of a parked SUV on Grand Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was inattentive and distracted at the time of impact.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male bicyclist was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked 2022 Chevrolet SUV on Grand Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and showed no damage, while the bicyclist was traveling eastbound. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4606016 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

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

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

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

Feb 3 - A sedan changing lanes struck a southbound vehicle on FDR Drive. The driver of the struck vehicle, a 26-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and unsafe lane changing. Both vehicles damaged on impact.

According to the police report, a 2022 Honda sedan traveling south on FDR Drive attempted an unsafe lane change and collided with another southbound vehicle. The point of impact was the right rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the other vehicle. The driver of the struck vehicle, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as unsafe lane changing and driver inattention or distraction. No contributing factors related to the victim’s actions or safety equipment were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4605545 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 28 - A 16-year-old boy was hit on Henry Street while crossing with the signal. The sedan driver failed to yield and was distracted. The teen suffered a hip and upper leg abrasion but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Street struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained an abrasion to his hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed other damage but no damage at the point of impact was noted. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals when the collision occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4601816 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 26 - Assembly bill A 2610 targets bus lane cheaters. Sponsors back cameras and owner liability. The goal: keep bus lanes clear, speed up buses, cut crashes. No votes yet. The fight for safer streets rolls on.

Assembly bill A 2610, now in sponsorship, aims to extend bus rapid transit camera enforcement. The bill, titled "Relates to owner liability for failure of operator to comply with bus operation-related local law or regulation traffic restrictions," was introduced January 26, 2023. Primary sponsor Alicia Hyndman leads, joined by Deborah Glick, Sarahana Shrestha, Manny De Los Santos, Zohran Mamdani, and others. The bill would hold vehicle owners liable for bus lane violations and expand photo enforcement. No votes have been recorded. The measure seeks to keep bus lanes clear, speed up transit, and reduce risk for those outside cars.

• File A 2610, Open States, Published 2023-01-26

Jan 25 - A man crossing Madison Street against the signal was struck by a sedan traveling east. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The sedan’s left front bumper made impact. No driver errors were specified in the report.

According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing Madison Street in Manhattan against the signal. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was semiconscious upon police arrival. The collision involved a 2016 Honda sedan traveling east, which struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The report lists no driver contributing factors or errors. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted, but no driver failure such as failure to yield or speeding was recorded. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and bruise to the head. No safety equipment or helmet was mentioned. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead at the time of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4601795 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

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

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

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

Jan 13 - SUV hit a 73-year-old woman crossing Grand Street with the signal. Driver was unlicensed, inattentive, and turned left on red. Pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. She stayed conscious. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 73-year-old woman was crossing Grand Street at Allen Street in Manhattan with the signal when a 2021 Jeep SUV struck her. The unlicensed male driver made a left turn on red and hit her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and inexperience as contributing factors. The driver was unlicensed. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The pedestrian was crossing legally.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4601016 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

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 2 - A 47-year-old male driver suffered back injuries in a nighttime crash on FDR Drive. The SUV struck the right rear bumper of a parked pickup. Driver inattention and unsafe speed caused the collision. The driver was restrained and in shock.

According to the police report, a 47-year-old male driver was injured when his vehicle was rear-ended by a station wagon/SUV traveling southbound on FDR Drive. The collision occurred at 10:40 p.m. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and suffered back injuries, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The SUV struck the right rear bumper of the parked pickup, damaging the center back end of the pickup and the center front end of the SUV. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The driver was not ejected but experienced shock following the impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597213 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 26 - A 22-year-old woman was hit by a sedan making a left turn at Chatham Square. The driver failed to yield and drove at unsafe speed. The pedestrian suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. She was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Chatham Square made a left turn and struck a 22-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, along with whiplash, and remained conscious. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was not cited for any contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. No mention of helmet or signaling issues was noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4585327 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Nov 26 - A 76-year-old woman was struck on Catherine Street while crossing against the signal. She suffered a head injury and dislocated fracture. The e-bike rider traveling west was unharmed. Confusion and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 76-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Catherine Street after crossing against the signal. She sustained a head injury and a dislocated fracture. The e-bike, traveling west and going straight ahead, did not show damage. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the e-bike properly. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The pedestrian's crossing against the signal was a key factor in the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4585478 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 25 - A 68-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by a motorbike turning right on Bowery. The rider failed to yield right-of-way and turned improperly. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and shock, complaining of pain and nausea.

According to the police report, a motorbike traveling northeast on Bowery made a right turn and struck a 68-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Division Street. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists the motorbike driver's errors as failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly. The driver was unlicensed from New Jersey. The motorbike showed no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal at the time of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4576338 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 22 - A taxi struck a sedan from behind on FDR Drive. The sedan’s rear passenger, a 23-year-old woman, suffered facial injuries and shock. The crash happened at night. Driver inattention and inexperience caused the collision.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on FDR Drive rear-ended a sedan also traveling south. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the left front bumper of the taxi. A 23-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of the sedan was injured, sustaining facial injuries and shock. She complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors to the crash. Both drivers were licensed men. The collision caused damage to both vehicles, with the taxi sustaining damage to its left front bumper and the sedan to its center back end.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4575777 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 20 - A 37-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on Canal Street in Manhattan. The sedan and bike collided head-on. The cyclist suffered back injuries and shock. The driver’s view was obstructed. Both vehicles traveled straight ahead at impact.

According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and sustained back injuries and shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey and the bicyclist was licensed in New York. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the bike and the center front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574499 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 19 - A van rear-ended a bus on Bowery. The impact injured a 54-year-old woman riding in the van. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Metal met metal. The passenger took the blow.

According to the police report, a van heading north on Bowery struck the back of a bus traveling in the same direction. The van's right front bumper hit the bus's center rear. A 54-year-old female passenger in the van suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police list "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The injured passenger was harnessed and not ejected. The crash left her hurt because the van driver failed to keep distance and lost focus behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4575773 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 18 - A sedan veered on FDR Drive. Metal slammed metal. Three people hurt, necks wrenched, pain sharp. Unsafe lane change triggered the crash. No one ejected. All stayed conscious. System failed them.

According to the police report, a crash on FDR Drive involved a pick-up truck and two sedans, all heading north. The driver of one sedan changed lanes unsafely, striking the other vehicles. Three people—a 32-year-old woman driving, a 35-year-old man driving, and a 39-year-old man riding up front—suffered neck injuries and internal complaints. All remained conscious. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the sole contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The vehicles took damage to bumpers and front ends. The system put these occupants in harm’s way.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574043 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 7 - A cyclist struck a 68-year-old woman crossing Chrystie Street. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. No driver errors listed. The crash left the pedestrian conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Chrystie Street outside an intersection. She sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash involved a single northbound cyclist who was licensed and traveling straight. The report lists no contributing driver errors or violations. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signaling factors were mentioned. The cyclist's point of impact and vehicle damage were categorized as 'Other.' The pedestrian remained conscious after the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4570859 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Oct 6 - A sedan turning right struck a southbound e-scooter on Chrystie Street. The e-scooter driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries with minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn collided with an e-scooter traveling south on Chrystie Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter driver, a 29-year-old woman, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the e-scooter. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4570797 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19