Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Lower East Side?
Blood on the Crosswalks: How Many More Must Die Before They Act?
Lower East Side: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Toll in Flesh and Blood
Eight dead. Fourteen left with injuries so severe they may never walk the same. In just over three years, the Lower East Side has seen 1,525 crashes. Cars, trucks, bikes, and mopeds—steel against skin. Pedestrians and cyclists take the brunt.
A pickup truck on Water Street crushed four people on July 4, 2024. Three women and a man, all pedestrians, died where they stood. An eleven-year-old boy survived with his face torn open. No warning. No time to run. Crash data from NYC Open Data.
A city worker, fixing a street sign at dawn, was slashed by a delivery cyclist after a near miss. “They weren’t even in the bike lane, they were parked on the corner, fixing the light or the sign or something,” a witness said. The worker bled on the sidewalk. The cyclist fled.
Leadership: Promises and Delays
Local leaders have moved, but not fast enough. Council Member Marte co-sponsored a bill to ban parking near crosswalks, aiming to clear sightlines and protect those on foot. The bill sits in committee, waiting. Council records on Legistar.
Senator Kavanagh voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat dangerous drivers to install speed-limiting devices. The law targets the worst offenders, but the carnage continues while the process drags on. Bill details on Open States.
On Canal Street, Council Member Marte said, “The time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action.”
The Cost of Waiting
Every delay is another body on the pavement. The city has started daylighting intersections and lowering speed limits, but the pace is glacial. The Fifth Avenue redesign cut bike and bus lanes to keep car lanes wide. “We want a real solution to the bike and pedestrian safety issue,” said a community board leader.
The dead cannot wait.
Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand safer streets now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-14
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738033 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- DOT Worker Slashed After Near Collision, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-16
- File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-03-09
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-14
- Van Crash Reveals Fuel Stockpile In Midtown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-17
- Car Fire Halts Lincoln Tunnel Traffic, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
- Woman Killed By Train At Union Square, New York Post, Published 2025-07-03
- Manhattan BP Wants To Raze FDR Drive South of Brooklyn Bridge, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-20
- OPINION: Pedestrianize the Financial District Now!, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-07-11
- FiDi Shared Streets Advocates Press DOT to Show ‘Urgency’ on Neighborhood Makeover, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-07-01
- DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-06-17
Other Representatives
District 65
Room 302, 64 Fulton St., New York, NY 10038
Room 429, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 1
65 East Broadway, New York, NY 10002
212-587-3159
250 Broadway, Suite 1815, New York, NY 10007
212-587-3159
District 27
Room 2011, 250 Broadway, New York, NY 10007
Room 512, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Lower East Side Lower East Side sits in Manhattan, Precinct 7, District 1, AD 65, SD 27, Manhattan CB3.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Lower East Side
Marte Calls for Immediate Safety Boosting Changes on Canal Street▸Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
-
Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-03-09
S 5130Kavanagh votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Pedestrian Injured on East Houston Street▸A 30-year-old man crossing East Houston Street with the signal was struck by a vehicle making a left turn. The impact caused abrasions and injury to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on East Houston Street in Manhattan after a vehicle making a left turn struck him. The 30-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers not yielding to pedestrians at intersections.
2Alcohol Involved in FDR Drive Two-Car Crash▸A sedan and pickup slammed together on FDR Drive. Alcohol played a role. Two men hurt. One passenger lay unconscious with abdominal wounds. Metal twisted. The night turned violent. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan and a 2021 pickup truck collided on FDR Drive while both vehicles traveled south. The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the pickup’s center front end were damaged. Two men were injured: the sedan driver, semiconscious with airbag deployed and lap belt on, and a right rear passenger, unconscious with abdomen and pelvis injuries. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash left both vehicles battered and two people in need of urgent care.
Kavanagh Supports Weigh In Motion Sensors on BQE▸DOT says new sensors to catch overweight trucks on the BQE will not arrive until year’s end. Council Member Restler calls the daily truck hazard urgent. Lawmakers demand swift action. The city and state must coordinate. Vulnerable road users wait.
On January 31, 2022, DOT confirmed that weigh-in-motion (WIM) sensors for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) will take a year to install. The pilot program, enabled by a state bill signed December 22, aims to fine illegally overweight trucks. The bill was introduced by State lawmakers Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing District 33, pressed for rapid installation, warning, "There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community." The matter title states: "Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT." The project is complex, requiring city and state DOT coordination and a 90-day grace period once operational. Vulnerable road users remain exposed while the system is delayed.
-
Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2022-01-31
Kavanagh Supports Safety Boosting BQE Truck Weight Sensors▸DOT drags its feet. Overweight trucks pound the BQE. Council Member Restler calls it a daily hazard. Lawmakers push for weigh-in-motion sensors. The city says setup takes a year. Vulnerable road users wait while trucks threaten collapse.
On January 30, 2022, Council Member Lincoln Restler (District 33) pressed for urgent action on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) weigh-in-motion (WIM) pilot. The bill, sponsored in the state legislature by Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon, was signed into law on December 22. The measure, described as a 'critical project' by DOT, aims to catch and fine overweight trucks using new sensors. Restler said, 'There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community.' DOT claims the system will be operational by year’s end, citing technical complexity. The Brooklyn Heights Association and local officials demand faster action. The pilot is the first of its kind in the nation. Until sensors are live, the BQE remains a danger zone for everyone not behind the wheel.
-
Weight' for it: BQE automatic truck tonnage sensors will take a year to set up, DOT says,
amny.com,
Published 2022-01-30
SUVs Collide on Delancey Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. The collision caused left and right front quarter panel damage. Driver distraction and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Delancey Street▸A taxi and a box truck collided while both made right turns on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered an upper arm injury and shock. Both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and a box truck collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The taxi was damaged on the left side doors, and the box truck sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other injuries or factors were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Right Side▸An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
Canal Street is chaos. Cars rule, people dodge. Pedestrians make up most users, but get little space. Council Member Marte calls for urgent fixes. Residents want wider sidewalks, bike lanes, and real enforcement. The city stalls. Danger grows. Action cannot wait.
"Council Member Marte spoke at the end. He acknowledged the time is long overdue to take action in response to the dire conditions of Canal Street. He pledged his support to take action." -- Christopher Marte
On March 9, 2022, a public statement titled 'It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street' spotlighted the deadly imbalance on Canal Street. The Department of Transportation and Council Member Chris Marte faced residents at a design workshop. The matter: 'What is to be done about traffic and safety on Canal Street?' Marte pledged support for urgent changes. The op-ed notes that pedestrians are 65% of users but get as little as 10% of street space. Residents demand widened sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and enforcement against double-parking and crosswalk invasions. The call is clear: shift space from cars to people. The city’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at daily risk. The time for talk is over. The street must change now.
- Op-Ed: It’s Time for Immediate Action on Canal Street, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-03-09
S 5130Kavanagh votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Pedestrian Injured on East Houston Street▸A 30-year-old man crossing East Houston Street with the signal was struck by a vehicle making a left turn. The impact caused abrasions and injury to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on East Houston Street in Manhattan after a vehicle making a left turn struck him. The 30-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers not yielding to pedestrians at intersections.
2Alcohol Involved in FDR Drive Two-Car Crash▸A sedan and pickup slammed together on FDR Drive. Alcohol played a role. Two men hurt. One passenger lay unconscious with abdominal wounds. Metal twisted. The night turned violent. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan and a 2021 pickup truck collided on FDR Drive while both vehicles traveled south. The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the pickup’s center front end were damaged. Two men were injured: the sedan driver, semiconscious with airbag deployed and lap belt on, and a right rear passenger, unconscious with abdomen and pelvis injuries. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash left both vehicles battered and two people in need of urgent care.
Kavanagh Supports Weigh In Motion Sensors on BQE▸DOT says new sensors to catch overweight trucks on the BQE will not arrive until year’s end. Council Member Restler calls the daily truck hazard urgent. Lawmakers demand swift action. The city and state must coordinate. Vulnerable road users wait.
On January 31, 2022, DOT confirmed that weigh-in-motion (WIM) sensors for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) will take a year to install. The pilot program, enabled by a state bill signed December 22, aims to fine illegally overweight trucks. The bill was introduced by State lawmakers Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing District 33, pressed for rapid installation, warning, "There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community." The matter title states: "Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT." The project is complex, requiring city and state DOT coordination and a 90-day grace period once operational. Vulnerable road users remain exposed while the system is delayed.
-
Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2022-01-31
Kavanagh Supports Safety Boosting BQE Truck Weight Sensors▸DOT drags its feet. Overweight trucks pound the BQE. Council Member Restler calls it a daily hazard. Lawmakers push for weigh-in-motion sensors. The city says setup takes a year. Vulnerable road users wait while trucks threaten collapse.
On January 30, 2022, Council Member Lincoln Restler (District 33) pressed for urgent action on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) weigh-in-motion (WIM) pilot. The bill, sponsored in the state legislature by Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon, was signed into law on December 22. The measure, described as a 'critical project' by DOT, aims to catch and fine overweight trucks using new sensors. Restler said, 'There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community.' DOT claims the system will be operational by year’s end, citing technical complexity. The Brooklyn Heights Association and local officials demand faster action. The pilot is the first of its kind in the nation. Until sensors are live, the BQE remains a danger zone for everyone not behind the wheel.
-
Weight' for it: BQE automatic truck tonnage sensors will take a year to set up, DOT says,
amny.com,
Published 2022-01-30
SUVs Collide on Delancey Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. The collision caused left and right front quarter panel damage. Driver distraction and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Delancey Street▸A taxi and a box truck collided while both made right turns on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered an upper arm injury and shock. Both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and a box truck collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The taxi was damaged on the left side doors, and the box truck sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other injuries or factors were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Right Side▸An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
Pedestrian Injured on East Houston Street▸A 30-year-old man crossing East Houston Street with the signal was struck by a vehicle making a left turn. The impact caused abrasions and injury to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on East Houston Street in Manhattan after a vehicle making a left turn struck him. The 30-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers not yielding to pedestrians at intersections.
2Alcohol Involved in FDR Drive Two-Car Crash▸A sedan and pickup slammed together on FDR Drive. Alcohol played a role. Two men hurt. One passenger lay unconscious with abdominal wounds. Metal twisted. The night turned violent. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan and a 2021 pickup truck collided on FDR Drive while both vehicles traveled south. The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the pickup’s center front end were damaged. Two men were injured: the sedan driver, semiconscious with airbag deployed and lap belt on, and a right rear passenger, unconscious with abdomen and pelvis injuries. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash left both vehicles battered and two people in need of urgent care.
Kavanagh Supports Weigh In Motion Sensors on BQE▸DOT says new sensors to catch overweight trucks on the BQE will not arrive until year’s end. Council Member Restler calls the daily truck hazard urgent. Lawmakers demand swift action. The city and state must coordinate. Vulnerable road users wait.
On January 31, 2022, DOT confirmed that weigh-in-motion (WIM) sensors for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) will take a year to install. The pilot program, enabled by a state bill signed December 22, aims to fine illegally overweight trucks. The bill was introduced by State lawmakers Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing District 33, pressed for rapid installation, warning, "There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community." The matter title states: "Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT." The project is complex, requiring city and state DOT coordination and a 90-day grace period once operational. Vulnerable road users remain exposed while the system is delayed.
-
Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2022-01-31
Kavanagh Supports Safety Boosting BQE Truck Weight Sensors▸DOT drags its feet. Overweight trucks pound the BQE. Council Member Restler calls it a daily hazard. Lawmakers push for weigh-in-motion sensors. The city says setup takes a year. Vulnerable road users wait while trucks threaten collapse.
On January 30, 2022, Council Member Lincoln Restler (District 33) pressed for urgent action on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) weigh-in-motion (WIM) pilot. The bill, sponsored in the state legislature by Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon, was signed into law on December 22. The measure, described as a 'critical project' by DOT, aims to catch and fine overweight trucks using new sensors. Restler said, 'There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community.' DOT claims the system will be operational by year’s end, citing technical complexity. The Brooklyn Heights Association and local officials demand faster action. The pilot is the first of its kind in the nation. Until sensors are live, the BQE remains a danger zone for everyone not behind the wheel.
-
Weight' for it: BQE automatic truck tonnage sensors will take a year to set up, DOT says,
amny.com,
Published 2022-01-30
SUVs Collide on Delancey Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. The collision caused left and right front quarter panel damage. Driver distraction and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Delancey Street▸A taxi and a box truck collided while both made right turns on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered an upper arm injury and shock. Both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and a box truck collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The taxi was damaged on the left side doors, and the box truck sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other injuries or factors were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Right Side▸An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
A 30-year-old man crossing East Houston Street with the signal was struck by a vehicle making a left turn. The impact caused abrasions and injury to his elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the intersection.
According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured on East Houston Street in Manhattan after a vehicle making a left turn struck him. The 30-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. He sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. No other vehicle details or driver information were provided. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers not yielding to pedestrians at intersections.
2Alcohol Involved in FDR Drive Two-Car Crash▸A sedan and pickup slammed together on FDR Drive. Alcohol played a role. Two men hurt. One passenger lay unconscious with abdominal wounds. Metal twisted. The night turned violent. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan and a 2021 pickup truck collided on FDR Drive while both vehicles traveled south. The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the pickup’s center front end were damaged. Two men were injured: the sedan driver, semiconscious with airbag deployed and lap belt on, and a right rear passenger, unconscious with abdomen and pelvis injuries. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash left both vehicles battered and two people in need of urgent care.
Kavanagh Supports Weigh In Motion Sensors on BQE▸DOT says new sensors to catch overweight trucks on the BQE will not arrive until year’s end. Council Member Restler calls the daily truck hazard urgent. Lawmakers demand swift action. The city and state must coordinate. Vulnerable road users wait.
On January 31, 2022, DOT confirmed that weigh-in-motion (WIM) sensors for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) will take a year to install. The pilot program, enabled by a state bill signed December 22, aims to fine illegally overweight trucks. The bill was introduced by State lawmakers Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing District 33, pressed for rapid installation, warning, "There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community." The matter title states: "Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT." The project is complex, requiring city and state DOT coordination and a 90-day grace period once operational. Vulnerable road users remain exposed while the system is delayed.
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Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2022-01-31
Kavanagh Supports Safety Boosting BQE Truck Weight Sensors▸DOT drags its feet. Overweight trucks pound the BQE. Council Member Restler calls it a daily hazard. Lawmakers push for weigh-in-motion sensors. The city says setup takes a year. Vulnerable road users wait while trucks threaten collapse.
On January 30, 2022, Council Member Lincoln Restler (District 33) pressed for urgent action on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) weigh-in-motion (WIM) pilot. The bill, sponsored in the state legislature by Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon, was signed into law on December 22. The measure, described as a 'critical project' by DOT, aims to catch and fine overweight trucks using new sensors. Restler said, 'There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community.' DOT claims the system will be operational by year’s end, citing technical complexity. The Brooklyn Heights Association and local officials demand faster action. The pilot is the first of its kind in the nation. Until sensors are live, the BQE remains a danger zone for everyone not behind the wheel.
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Weight' for it: BQE automatic truck tonnage sensors will take a year to set up, DOT says,
amny.com,
Published 2022-01-30
SUVs Collide on Delancey Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. The collision caused left and right front quarter panel damage. Driver distraction and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Delancey Street▸A taxi and a box truck collided while both made right turns on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered an upper arm injury and shock. Both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and a box truck collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The taxi was damaged on the left side doors, and the box truck sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other injuries or factors were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Right Side▸An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
A sedan and pickup slammed together on FDR Drive. Alcohol played a role. Two men hurt. One passenger lay unconscious with abdominal wounds. Metal twisted. The night turned violent. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan and a 2021 pickup truck collided on FDR Drive while both vehicles traveled south. The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the pickup’s center front end were damaged. Two men were injured: the sedan driver, semiconscious with airbag deployed and lap belt on, and a right rear passenger, unconscious with abdomen and pelvis injuries. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and going straight ahead. No other contributing factors were noted. The crash left both vehicles battered and two people in need of urgent care.
Kavanagh Supports Weigh In Motion Sensors on BQE▸DOT says new sensors to catch overweight trucks on the BQE will not arrive until year’s end. Council Member Restler calls the daily truck hazard urgent. Lawmakers demand swift action. The city and state must coordinate. Vulnerable road users wait.
On January 31, 2022, DOT confirmed that weigh-in-motion (WIM) sensors for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) will take a year to install. The pilot program, enabled by a state bill signed December 22, aims to fine illegally overweight trucks. The bill was introduced by State lawmakers Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing District 33, pressed for rapid installation, warning, "There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community." The matter title states: "Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT." The project is complex, requiring city and state DOT coordination and a 90-day grace period once operational. Vulnerable road users remain exposed while the system is delayed.
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Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2022-01-31
Kavanagh Supports Safety Boosting BQE Truck Weight Sensors▸DOT drags its feet. Overweight trucks pound the BQE. Council Member Restler calls it a daily hazard. Lawmakers push for weigh-in-motion sensors. The city says setup takes a year. Vulnerable road users wait while trucks threaten collapse.
On January 30, 2022, Council Member Lincoln Restler (District 33) pressed for urgent action on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) weigh-in-motion (WIM) pilot. The bill, sponsored in the state legislature by Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon, was signed into law on December 22. The measure, described as a 'critical project' by DOT, aims to catch and fine overweight trucks using new sensors. Restler said, 'There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community.' DOT claims the system will be operational by year’s end, citing technical complexity. The Brooklyn Heights Association and local officials demand faster action. The pilot is the first of its kind in the nation. Until sensors are live, the BQE remains a danger zone for everyone not behind the wheel.
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Weight' for it: BQE automatic truck tonnage sensors will take a year to set up, DOT says,
amny.com,
Published 2022-01-30
SUVs Collide on Delancey Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. The collision caused left and right front quarter panel damage. Driver distraction and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Delancey Street▸A taxi and a box truck collided while both made right turns on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered an upper arm injury and shock. Both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and a box truck collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The taxi was damaged on the left side doors, and the box truck sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other injuries or factors were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Right Side▸An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
DOT says new sensors to catch overweight trucks on the BQE will not arrive until year’s end. Council Member Restler calls the daily truck hazard urgent. Lawmakers demand swift action. The city and state must coordinate. Vulnerable road users wait.
On January 31, 2022, DOT confirmed that weigh-in-motion (WIM) sensors for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) will take a year to install. The pilot program, enabled by a state bill signed December 22, aims to fine illegally overweight trucks. The bill was introduced by State lawmakers Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon. Council Member Lincoln Restler, representing District 33, pressed for rapid installation, warning, "There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community." The matter title states: "Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT." The project is complex, requiring city and state DOT coordination and a 90-day grace period once operational. Vulnerable road users remain exposed while the system is delayed.
- Tonnage sensors on the BQE will take a year to set up: DOT, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2022-01-31
Kavanagh Supports Safety Boosting BQE Truck Weight Sensors▸DOT drags its feet. Overweight trucks pound the BQE. Council Member Restler calls it a daily hazard. Lawmakers push for weigh-in-motion sensors. The city says setup takes a year. Vulnerable road users wait while trucks threaten collapse.
On January 30, 2022, Council Member Lincoln Restler (District 33) pressed for urgent action on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) weigh-in-motion (WIM) pilot. The bill, sponsored in the state legislature by Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon, was signed into law on December 22. The measure, described as a 'critical project' by DOT, aims to catch and fine overweight trucks using new sensors. Restler said, 'There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community.' DOT claims the system will be operational by year’s end, citing technical complexity. The Brooklyn Heights Association and local officials demand faster action. The pilot is the first of its kind in the nation. Until sensors are live, the BQE remains a danger zone for everyone not behind the wheel.
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Weight' for it: BQE automatic truck tonnage sensors will take a year to set up, DOT says,
amny.com,
Published 2022-01-30
SUVs Collide on Delancey Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. The collision caused left and right front quarter panel damage. Driver distraction and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Delancey Street▸A taxi and a box truck collided while both made right turns on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered an upper arm injury and shock. Both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and a box truck collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The taxi was damaged on the left side doors, and the box truck sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other injuries or factors were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Right Side▸An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
DOT drags its feet. Overweight trucks pound the BQE. Council Member Restler calls it a daily hazard. Lawmakers push for weigh-in-motion sensors. The city says setup takes a year. Vulnerable road users wait while trucks threaten collapse.
On January 30, 2022, Council Member Lincoln Restler (District 33) pressed for urgent action on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) weigh-in-motion (WIM) pilot. The bill, sponsored in the state legislature by Brian Kavanagh and Jo Anne Simon, was signed into law on December 22. The measure, described as a 'critical project' by DOT, aims to catch and fine overweight trucks using new sensors. Restler said, 'There are extremely overweight trucks barreling down the triple cantilever every single day that are a hazard to the health and safety of our community.' DOT claims the system will be operational by year’s end, citing technical complexity. The Brooklyn Heights Association and local officials demand faster action. The pilot is the first of its kind in the nation. Until sensors are live, the BQE remains a danger zone for everyone not behind the wheel.
- Weight' for it: BQE automatic truck tonnage sensors will take a year to set up, DOT says, amny.com, Published 2022-01-30
SUVs Collide on Delancey Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. The collision caused left and right front quarter panel damage. Driver distraction and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Delancey Street▸A taxi and a box truck collided while both made right turns on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered an upper arm injury and shock. Both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and a box truck collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The taxi was damaged on the left side doors, and the box truck sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other injuries or factors were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Right Side▸An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
Two SUVs crashed on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. The collision caused left and right front quarter panel damage. Driver distraction and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
Taxi and Box Truck Collide on Delancey Street▸A taxi and a box truck collided while both made right turns on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered an upper arm injury and shock. Both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and a box truck collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The taxi was damaged on the left side doors, and the box truck sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other injuries or factors were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Right Side▸An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
A taxi and a box truck collided while both made right turns on Delancey Street in Manhattan. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered an upper arm injury and shock. Both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi and a box truck collided on Delancey Street in Manhattan. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The taxi driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained an upper arm injury and was in shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The taxi was damaged on the left side doors, and the box truck sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. No other injuries or factors were noted in the report.
SUV Left Turn Hits Sedan Right Side▸An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
An SUV making a left turn struck the right side of a southbound sedan on Grand Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s right rear passenger, a 36-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men. The passenger was restrained.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV making a left turn collided with the right side doors of a 2017 sedan traveling straight south on Grand Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old female passenger seated in the sedan’s right rear, causing head trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and secured by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the SUV’s left turn into the sedan’s path indicates a failure to yield or misjudgment during the turn. No ejection occurred. The passenger’s injuries highlight the danger of side impacts in turning crashes.
Sedan Strikes Bicyclist Turning on Essex Street▸Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
Sedan turned left, struck cyclist riding east on Essex Street. Bicyclist, 36, suffered arm and hand bruises. Bike undamaged. Sedan’s front end crumpled. No helmet. Night, Manhattan. System failed the vulnerable.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight east on Essex Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand. The sedan’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The driver’s left turn into the cyclist’s path was a critical action. The bicyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No other contributing factors or violations were recorded.
2Fatigue Drives Sedan Crash on FDR▸Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.
Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Both drivers suffered head injuries. Fatigue played a role. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 8:18 p.m. One driver was going straight while the other changed lanes. The crash struck the left side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Both male drivers, ages 31 and 25, suffered head injuries—contusions and whiplash. Both were conscious and wore lap belts. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor. The lane-changing driver’s action contributed to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.