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
Int 0745-2024Marte votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Rivera votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Rivera votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Fire Engine Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A fire engine making a left turn hit a 39-year-old pedestrian crossing East Houston Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered an elbow abrasion but remained conscious. The crash exposed a failure to yield right-of-way by the vehicle driver.
According to the police report, a fire engine traveling southeast on East Houston Street was making a left turn when it struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained an abrasion to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the vehicle driver. The fire engine showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely with the center front end. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. This incident highlights the dangers posed by emergency vehicles not yielding to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on FDR Drive▸A sedan struck a man lying on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. The driver, distracted, hit him head-on. The man died instantly, his head taking the blow. The road was dark. The driver kept going. Silence followed.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old man was killed on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. when a southbound sedan struck him head-on. The report states, 'A man lay in the dark. A southbound sedan struck him head-on. His head took the blow. He died there, still and silent.' The driver was found to be distracted at the time of the crash, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' listed as a primary contributing factor. The sedan's center front end took the impact, matching the pedestrian's fatal head injury. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention, which led to the fatal collision.
SUV With Defective Brakes Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 26-year-old man was struck by an SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street. The vehicle’s defective brakes caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered severe lower leg injuries and a fracture while off the roadway, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2020 Toyota SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street in Manhattan at 7:37 PM. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and was going straight ahead before impact. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The defective brakes impaired the driver’s ability to stop, directly leading to the pedestrian’s injury.
Bicyclist Suffers Shoulder Fracture on Grand Street▸A 30-year-old female bicyclist fractured her shoulder and suffered a dislocation on Grand Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle. Injuries were serious but the bicyclist was not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old female bicyclist was injured on Grand Street in Manhattan at 4:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The report lists the bicyclist as the driver of the bike and notes no helmet or safety equipment was used, though no contributing factors were specified. The crash involved one bike and another unspecified vehicle, with the point of impact and vehicle damage categorized as 'Other.' The report does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike, indicating the impact was severe enough to cause serious injury but did not throw the rider off. The data highlights the vulnerability of bicyclists in crashes involving unspecified vehicle actions.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Manhattan Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver made a right turn on Clinton Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a fractured elbow and hand dislocation. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Street near Stanton Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a 2011 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and had five occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
Box Truck Backs Into SUV Passenger on Ludlow▸Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Rivera votes yes on bike data bill, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Rivera votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
-
File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Fire Engine Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A fire engine making a left turn hit a 39-year-old pedestrian crossing East Houston Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered an elbow abrasion but remained conscious. The crash exposed a failure to yield right-of-way by the vehicle driver.
According to the police report, a fire engine traveling southeast on East Houston Street was making a left turn when it struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained an abrasion to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the vehicle driver. The fire engine showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely with the center front end. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. This incident highlights the dangers posed by emergency vehicles not yielding to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on FDR Drive▸A sedan struck a man lying on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. The driver, distracted, hit him head-on. The man died instantly, his head taking the blow. The road was dark. The driver kept going. Silence followed.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old man was killed on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. when a southbound sedan struck him head-on. The report states, 'A man lay in the dark. A southbound sedan struck him head-on. His head took the blow. He died there, still and silent.' The driver was found to be distracted at the time of the crash, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' listed as a primary contributing factor. The sedan's center front end took the impact, matching the pedestrian's fatal head injury. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention, which led to the fatal collision.
SUV With Defective Brakes Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 26-year-old man was struck by an SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street. The vehicle’s defective brakes caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered severe lower leg injuries and a fracture while off the roadway, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2020 Toyota SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street in Manhattan at 7:37 PM. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and was going straight ahead before impact. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The defective brakes impaired the driver’s ability to stop, directly leading to the pedestrian’s injury.
Bicyclist Suffers Shoulder Fracture on Grand Street▸A 30-year-old female bicyclist fractured her shoulder and suffered a dislocation on Grand Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle. Injuries were serious but the bicyclist was not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old female bicyclist was injured on Grand Street in Manhattan at 4:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The report lists the bicyclist as the driver of the bike and notes no helmet or safety equipment was used, though no contributing factors were specified. The crash involved one bike and another unspecified vehicle, with the point of impact and vehicle damage categorized as 'Other.' The report does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike, indicating the impact was severe enough to cause serious injury but did not throw the rider off. The data highlights the vulnerability of bicyclists in crashes involving unspecified vehicle actions.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Manhattan Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver made a right turn on Clinton Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a fractured elbow and hand dislocation. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Street near Stanton Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a 2011 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and had five occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
Box Truck Backs Into SUV Passenger on Ludlow▸Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
Int 0745-2024Rivera votes yes on bill requiring DOT to report micromobility data, no direct safety impact.▸City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
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File Int 0745-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-08-15
Fire Engine Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A fire engine making a left turn hit a 39-year-old pedestrian crossing East Houston Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered an elbow abrasion but remained conscious. The crash exposed a failure to yield right-of-way by the vehicle driver.
According to the police report, a fire engine traveling southeast on East Houston Street was making a left turn when it struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained an abrasion to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the vehicle driver. The fire engine showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely with the center front end. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. This incident highlights the dangers posed by emergency vehicles not yielding to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on FDR Drive▸A sedan struck a man lying on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. The driver, distracted, hit him head-on. The man died instantly, his head taking the blow. The road was dark. The driver kept going. Silence followed.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old man was killed on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. when a southbound sedan struck him head-on. The report states, 'A man lay in the dark. A southbound sedan struck him head-on. His head took the blow. He died there, still and silent.' The driver was found to be distracted at the time of the crash, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' listed as a primary contributing factor. The sedan's center front end took the impact, matching the pedestrian's fatal head injury. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention, which led to the fatal collision.
SUV With Defective Brakes Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 26-year-old man was struck by an SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street. The vehicle’s defective brakes caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered severe lower leg injuries and a fracture while off the roadway, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2020 Toyota SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street in Manhattan at 7:37 PM. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and was going straight ahead before impact. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The defective brakes impaired the driver’s ability to stop, directly leading to the pedestrian’s injury.
Bicyclist Suffers Shoulder Fracture on Grand Street▸A 30-year-old female bicyclist fractured her shoulder and suffered a dislocation on Grand Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle. Injuries were serious but the bicyclist was not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old female bicyclist was injured on Grand Street in Manhattan at 4:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The report lists the bicyclist as the driver of the bike and notes no helmet or safety equipment was used, though no contributing factors were specified. The crash involved one bike and another unspecified vehicle, with the point of impact and vehicle damage categorized as 'Other.' The report does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike, indicating the impact was severe enough to cause serious injury but did not throw the rider off. The data highlights the vulnerability of bicyclists in crashes involving unspecified vehicle actions.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Manhattan Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver made a right turn on Clinton Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a fractured elbow and hand dislocation. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Street near Stanton Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a 2011 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and had five occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
Box Truck Backs Into SUV Passenger on Ludlow▸Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
City law now forces DOT to reveal where bikes and scooters go. Streets and bridges, protected or not. Data goes public. Riders’ movement, danger, and safety projects laid bare. No more hiding the facts.
Int 0745-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was introduced April 11, 2024, and passed on August 15, 2024. The law orders the Department of Transportation to post current bicycle and micromobility ridership data online, updated monthly or at least yearly. The matter summary reads: 'requiring the department of transportation to provide information about bicycle and other micromobility device activity.' Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led as primary sponsor, joined by Farías, Restler, Hudson, Schulman, and others. The law demands transparency on where riders travel and what DOT does to keep them safe. This opens the books on bike movement and exposes gaps in protection.
- File Int 0745-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-08-15
Fire Engine Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A fire engine making a left turn hit a 39-year-old pedestrian crossing East Houston Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered an elbow abrasion but remained conscious. The crash exposed a failure to yield right-of-way by the vehicle driver.
According to the police report, a fire engine traveling southeast on East Houston Street was making a left turn when it struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained an abrasion to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the vehicle driver. The fire engine showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely with the center front end. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. This incident highlights the dangers posed by emergency vehicles not yielding to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on FDR Drive▸A sedan struck a man lying on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. The driver, distracted, hit him head-on. The man died instantly, his head taking the blow. The road was dark. The driver kept going. Silence followed.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old man was killed on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. when a southbound sedan struck him head-on. The report states, 'A man lay in the dark. A southbound sedan struck him head-on. His head took the blow. He died there, still and silent.' The driver was found to be distracted at the time of the crash, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' listed as a primary contributing factor. The sedan's center front end took the impact, matching the pedestrian's fatal head injury. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention, which led to the fatal collision.
SUV With Defective Brakes Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 26-year-old man was struck by an SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street. The vehicle’s defective brakes caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered severe lower leg injuries and a fracture while off the roadway, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2020 Toyota SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street in Manhattan at 7:37 PM. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and was going straight ahead before impact. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The defective brakes impaired the driver’s ability to stop, directly leading to the pedestrian’s injury.
Bicyclist Suffers Shoulder Fracture on Grand Street▸A 30-year-old female bicyclist fractured her shoulder and suffered a dislocation on Grand Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle. Injuries were serious but the bicyclist was not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old female bicyclist was injured on Grand Street in Manhattan at 4:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The report lists the bicyclist as the driver of the bike and notes no helmet or safety equipment was used, though no contributing factors were specified. The crash involved one bike and another unspecified vehicle, with the point of impact and vehicle damage categorized as 'Other.' The report does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike, indicating the impact was severe enough to cause serious injury but did not throw the rider off. The data highlights the vulnerability of bicyclists in crashes involving unspecified vehicle actions.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Manhattan Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver made a right turn on Clinton Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a fractured elbow and hand dislocation. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Street near Stanton Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a 2011 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and had five occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
Box Truck Backs Into SUV Passenger on Ludlow▸Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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A fire engine making a left turn hit a 39-year-old pedestrian crossing East Houston Street with the signal. The pedestrian suffered an elbow abrasion but remained conscious. The crash exposed a failure to yield right-of-way by the vehicle driver.
According to the police report, a fire engine traveling southeast on East Houston Street was making a left turn when it struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained an abrasion to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor attributed to the vehicle driver. The fire engine showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely with the center front end. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted, but the primary cause was the driver's failure to yield. This incident highlights the dangers posed by emergency vehicles not yielding to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on FDR Drive▸A sedan struck a man lying on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. The driver, distracted, hit him head-on. The man died instantly, his head taking the blow. The road was dark. The driver kept going. Silence followed.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old man was killed on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. when a southbound sedan struck him head-on. The report states, 'A man lay in the dark. A southbound sedan struck him head-on. His head took the blow. He died there, still and silent.' The driver was found to be distracted at the time of the crash, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' listed as a primary contributing factor. The sedan's center front end took the impact, matching the pedestrian's fatal head injury. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention, which led to the fatal collision.
SUV With Defective Brakes Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 26-year-old man was struck by an SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street. The vehicle’s defective brakes caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered severe lower leg injuries and a fracture while off the roadway, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2020 Toyota SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street in Manhattan at 7:37 PM. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and was going straight ahead before impact. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The defective brakes impaired the driver’s ability to stop, directly leading to the pedestrian’s injury.
Bicyclist Suffers Shoulder Fracture on Grand Street▸A 30-year-old female bicyclist fractured her shoulder and suffered a dislocation on Grand Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle. Injuries were serious but the bicyclist was not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old female bicyclist was injured on Grand Street in Manhattan at 4:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The report lists the bicyclist as the driver of the bike and notes no helmet or safety equipment was used, though no contributing factors were specified. The crash involved one bike and another unspecified vehicle, with the point of impact and vehicle damage categorized as 'Other.' The report does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike, indicating the impact was severe enough to cause serious injury but did not throw the rider off. The data highlights the vulnerability of bicyclists in crashes involving unspecified vehicle actions.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Manhattan Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver made a right turn on Clinton Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a fractured elbow and hand dislocation. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Street near Stanton Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a 2011 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and had five occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
Box Truck Backs Into SUV Passenger on Ludlow▸Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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A sedan struck a man lying on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. The driver, distracted, hit him head-on. The man died instantly, his head taking the blow. The road was dark. The driver kept going. Silence followed.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old man was killed on FDR Drive at 3:30 a.m. when a southbound sedan struck him head-on. The report states, 'A man lay in the dark. A southbound sedan struck him head-on. His head took the blow. He died there, still and silent.' The driver was found to be distracted at the time of the crash, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' listed as a primary contributing factor. The sedan's center front end took the impact, matching the pedestrian's fatal head injury. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions as contributing factors. The focus remains on the driver's inattention, which led to the fatal collision.
SUV With Defective Brakes Injures Manhattan Pedestrian▸A 26-year-old man was struck by an SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street. The vehicle’s defective brakes caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered severe lower leg injuries and a fracture while off the roadway, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2020 Toyota SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street in Manhattan at 7:37 PM. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and was going straight ahead before impact. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The defective brakes impaired the driver’s ability to stop, directly leading to the pedestrian’s injury.
Bicyclist Suffers Shoulder Fracture on Grand Street▸A 30-year-old female bicyclist fractured her shoulder and suffered a dislocation on Grand Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle. Injuries were serious but the bicyclist was not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old female bicyclist was injured on Grand Street in Manhattan at 4:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The report lists the bicyclist as the driver of the bike and notes no helmet or safety equipment was used, though no contributing factors were specified. The crash involved one bike and another unspecified vehicle, with the point of impact and vehicle damage categorized as 'Other.' The report does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike, indicating the impact was severe enough to cause serious injury but did not throw the rider off. The data highlights the vulnerability of bicyclists in crashes involving unspecified vehicle actions.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Manhattan Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver made a right turn on Clinton Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a fractured elbow and hand dislocation. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Street near Stanton Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a 2011 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and had five occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
Box Truck Backs Into SUV Passenger on Ludlow▸Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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A 26-year-old man was struck by an SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street. The vehicle’s defective brakes caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered severe lower leg injuries and a fracture while off the roadway, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 26-year-old male pedestrian was injured by a 2020 Toyota SUV traveling north on Norfolk Street in Manhattan at 7:37 PM. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed and was going straight ahead before impact. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The defective brakes impaired the driver’s ability to stop, directly leading to the pedestrian’s injury.
Bicyclist Suffers Shoulder Fracture on Grand Street▸A 30-year-old female bicyclist fractured her shoulder and suffered a dislocation on Grand Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle. Injuries were serious but the bicyclist was not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old female bicyclist was injured on Grand Street in Manhattan at 4:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The report lists the bicyclist as the driver of the bike and notes no helmet or safety equipment was used, though no contributing factors were specified. The crash involved one bike and another unspecified vehicle, with the point of impact and vehicle damage categorized as 'Other.' The report does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike, indicating the impact was severe enough to cause serious injury but did not throw the rider off. The data highlights the vulnerability of bicyclists in crashes involving unspecified vehicle actions.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Manhattan Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver made a right turn on Clinton Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a fractured elbow and hand dislocation. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Street near Stanton Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a 2011 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and had five occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
Box Truck Backs Into SUV Passenger on Ludlow▸Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 30-year-old female bicyclist fractured her shoulder and suffered a dislocation on Grand Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a single bike and an unspecified vehicle. Injuries were serious but the bicyclist was not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old female bicyclist was injured on Grand Street in Manhattan at 4:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm injury. The report lists the bicyclist as the driver of the bike and notes no helmet or safety equipment was used, though no contributing factors were specified. The crash involved one bike and another unspecified vehicle, with the point of impact and vehicle damage categorized as 'Other.' The report does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike, indicating the impact was severe enough to cause serious injury but did not throw the rider off. The data highlights the vulnerability of bicyclists in crashes involving unspecified vehicle actions.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Manhattan Bicyclist▸A distracted SUV driver made a right turn on Clinton Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a fractured elbow and hand dislocation. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Street near Stanton Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a 2011 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and had five occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
Box Truck Backs Into SUV Passenger on Ludlow▸Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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A distracted SUV driver made a right turn on Clinton Street, colliding with a northbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered a fractured elbow and hand dislocation. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clinton Street near Stanton Street in Manhattan at 8:00 PM. A 31-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was struck by a 2011 SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper. The bicyclist sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and had five occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
Box Truck Backs Into SUV Passenger on Ludlow▸Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
Box truck reversed into SUV on Ludlow. Passenger hurt. Unsafe backing and driver distraction caused the crash. Manhattan street, broad daylight. Passenger left with back pain and whiplash.
According to the police report, a box truck was backing north on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 14:40 when it struck the center front end of a northbound SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered back pain and whiplash but remained conscious. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was damaged at the front; the truck showed no damage. No actions by the passenger contributed to the crash. The collision underscores the danger of inattentive drivers performing unsafe maneuvers on crowded city streets.
5Pickup Truck Crushes Four Off-Road Pedestrians▸A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A Ford pickup truck surged onto Jackson Street, crushing four people not in the roadway. Three women and a man, ages 30 to 59, died beneath the truck’s front end. The street ran red. Metal and bone. No warning. No escape.
According to the police report, a Ford pickup truck traveling north on Jackson Street near Water Street struck four pedestrians who were not in the roadway. The report states the victims—three women and one man, ages 30 to 59—were hit head-on and suffered fatal crush injuries to the chest and skull. All four died at the scene, pinned beneath the truck’s front end. The police narrative describes the collision as occurring off-street, with the pedestrians explicitly listed as 'not in roadway.' The report lists the contributing factor for the driver as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrian behavior was cited as contributing. The crash highlights the lethal danger when a large vehicle leaves the roadway and enters spaces where people walk or gather.
16-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Manhattan Crash▸A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
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Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
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A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
A 16-year-old female bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan collision. The bike struck the left front bumper of a vehicle. She was conscious and bruised, with no helmet worn. Police cite unspecified contributing factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old female bicyclist riding east on Stanton Street in Manhattan was injured when her bike impacted the left front bumper of a 2018 Toyota SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. She was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not assign fault to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time. The vehicle involved showed no damage, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers bicyclists face even when traveling straight ahead.
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on FDR Drive▸A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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Published 2024-06-07
A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan changing lanes on FDR Drive. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:15 on FDR Drive when a northbound SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's left rear bumper striking the sedan's right front bumper. The sedan driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights driver errors involving speed management and maintaining safe following distance on a busy highway.
Distracted Driver Causes Sedan Collision on Ludlow Street▸Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Two sedans collided on Ludlow Street in Manhattan at 9:43 AM. The left-side impact injured a 44-year-old male driver with neck whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the key factor behind the crash, highlighting systemic risks from distracted driving.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:43 AM on Ludlow Street near Delancey Street in Manhattan. Two sedans were involved: a 2016 Hyundai traveling east going straight ahead, and a 2011 Honda making a left turn traveling southeast. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Hyundai and the right front bumper of the Honda. The 44-year-old male driver of one vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic environments.
Pick-up Truck Lane Change Injures Child Passenger▸A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A pick-up truck changing lanes on FDR Drive struck a sedan, injuring an 8-year-old passenger. The child suffered facial contusions but was conscious and restrained. The crash was caused by improper lane usage, according to the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on FDR Drive involving a pick-up truck and a sedan traveling southbound. The pick-up truck driver was changing lanes improperly, cited as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' which led to a collision with the sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. An 8-year-old occupant in the pick-up truck, seated in the rear and secured with a harness, sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. The police report explicitly identifies the driver's lane change error as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The child was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Ludlow▸A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 49-year-old woman was struck while crossing Ludlow Street in a marked crosswalk. The sedan driver, making a left turn, failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan driver making a left turn on Ludlow Street struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and was conscious after the collision. The report cites two driver errors: 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior were noted beyond crossing without a signal. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield to pedestrians at intersections.
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
S 9752Kavanagh votes yes to create school speed zones, improving child safety.▸Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 9752,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.
Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
S 8607Lee votes yes on Kingston school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8607,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.
Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
- File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07
A 7652Lee votes yes on Schenectady school speed cameras, boosting child pedestrian safety.▸Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
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File A 7652,
Open States,
Published 2024-06-07
Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.
Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.
- File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07